Kaapzicht
Kaapzicht 20 Year Old Cape Brandy
Brandy from South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Kaapzicht is a fourth-generation Stellenbosch family estate based in the Bottelary Hills. With a strong focus on Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, the Steytler family produces a range of South African wines that showcase old-vine fruit, Bottelary character and a long-standing commitment to family winemaking.
Crafted in the traditional Cognac method, this 100% pot still brandy is produced exclusively from early-harvested Colombard grapes to retain optimal acidity and primary fruit character. Matured for two decades in a curated selection of seasoned oak casks from Limousin, Allier, Nevers, Eastern Europe, and the United States, each contributing unique tannin structures and flavour compounds.
Nose:
Highly complex and intense, the nose reveals layered tertiary notes: dried stone fruit (apricot, peach), candied citrus peel, roasted almonds, and subtle rancio characteristics. Hints of vanilla, butterscotch, and sweet spice derive from long-term oak interaction, with minimal wood tannin intrusion due to the use of seasoned barrels.
Palate:
The palate is exceptionally smooth, full-bodied, and texturally refined, with precise alignment to the aromatic profile.
Finish:
The finish is dry, persistent, and elegant - emblematic of mature, well-integrated Cape Brandy in the Cognac tradition.