2014 Klein Constantia Vin de Constance

Estate: Klein Constantia

Region: Constantia, Cape Peninsula, Coastal Region, South Africa

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Tasting Note:December 17, 2017

One of the reasons we always make a trip out to Klein Constantia is for the Vin de Constance. Deep golden yellow with a fragrant nose of honeysuckle, honeycomb and white flowers. Heavy acidity (7/10) and full bodied. Well balanced and rich on the palate with notes of ginger, honey, orange marmalade. Not overly cloye which is nice. Long and lingering finish.

Made out of 100% Muscat de Fontignan and loved by many over the years (Napoleon, Charles Dickens, Frederick the Great, Otto von Bismarck and George IV of England to name a few). Aged on the lees for 12 months. Majority in stainless steel while a portion is being aged in new acacia barrels.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2037.

Rating:

96 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Tasted at the estate, release price is R985.00 or around $80.00. Some vintages can be found in the United States for $100.00.

Muscat de Fontignan, White Dessert Wine, Klein Constantia, Vin de Constance, Constantia, South Africa, Cape Peninsula, Coastal RegionGreg Ballington2014, Klein Constantia, Vin de Constance, Constantia, Cape Peninsula, Coastal Region, South Africa, White Dessert Wine, Muscat de Frontignan, $$$, 96 Points, Cult Wine, Matthew Day, Estate Visit, December 2017Comment