2021 Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 500ml
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When thinking of the best Natural Sweet Wines in the world, is very likely that brands like Château D’Yquem, Royal Tokaji Eszencia, or Royal DeMaria’s ice wine come to mind. Well, I have another one in mind, this dessert wine is not only a worthy competitor when it comes to outstanding quality and age-ability, but it also won't make you break the bank, this is Klein Constantia Vin de Constance.
Klein Constantia Vin de Constance is an iconic wine and one that has been highly applauded by some of the most important wine critics in the world. This wine (2019 vintage) also appeared on James Suckling's "100 Best Wines for 2021," being the only South African wine to achieve recognition.
Klein estate has been around for more than 3 centuries. Since its inception, and until today, it has been one of celebrities’ and world leaders’ favorite wines. Starting with Frederick the Great and Louis XVI, who were known to be great collectors. It’s also mentioned in the works of Balzac, and Alexandre Dumas. English royalties are avid drinkers of this Vin de Constance, with Queen Elizabeth serving the vintage 2008 Constantia to Xi Jinping, and even today, this wine is loved by Princess Kate Middleton.
The International Landscape Institute called Klein’s estate “One of the most mythical vineyards in the world.” And with good reason, this place is located in an outstanding terroir, where soils originate from 600-million-year-old granite, and a beautiful refreshing breeze maintains cool temperatures and preserves the fruit during the ripening season. The vineyards are planted with old vines of Muscat de Frontignan, with some of them dating back to 1983. These grapes are capable of producing raisined fruit that delivers the perfect concentration of sweetness and flavor.
This is a wine to admire, a wine to drink with contemplation, and to enjoy from the very first sip to the last.
Aging: 18 months in 50% new 500L Hungarian and French oak barrels, followed by 16 months in large oak casks.
At A Glance
- Region:
- South Africa
- Size:
- 500ml
TASTING NOTES
What's in the Glass
- PAIRS WITH
- Duck · Cheese · Dessert
The 2021 Vin de Constance offers a pure, vibrant bouquet of quince, orange zest, and a hint of marmalade. The palate is beautifully balanced, with rich, viscous textures and refreshing acidity. Flavors of lemon rind, mango, crème caramel, and dried apricot are followed by a spicy, lingering finish with hints of nutmeg and walnut. Fresh, electrifying, and incredibly long-lasting, this wine is both opulent and lively.
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