About this WINE
Constantia Glen
Constantia Glen is the newest of the eight wineries which have established themselves in the enclave of Constantia in South Africa, close to Cape Town itself. A landscape with a rich viticultural history, it is widely regarded as one of the country’s finest natural areas in which to produce premium wine.
Although the region is more commonly known for its white varietals, Constantia Glen’s unique position – lying between a gap in the mountains – allows red grapes to mature perfectly here as they bask in an additional one and a half hours’ sunlight every day. As such, Constantia Glen has made a name for its elegant, complex and beautifully balanced Bordeaux blends, wines which show exceptional value for money.
The red wines are based on the traditional Bordeaux grapes. The “Three” uses Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot; while the “Five” has the addition of Malbec and Petit Verdot.
The reds are joined by two whites: a refreshing, crisp and classically proportioned Sauvignon Blanc and an energetic blend, the “Two”, which is made predominantly with Sauvignon Blanc (as one of the most aromatically pure examples in the country), with a touch of Sémillon to enhance its many layers.
Other Varieties
There are over 200 different grape varieties used in modern wine making (from a total of over 1000). Most lesser known blends and varieties are traditional to specific parts of the world.
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Description
The Three of the title refers to the Bordeaux varietals used in the blend, namely Merlot (57%) Cabernet Sauvignon (28%) and Cabernet Franc (15%).
After fermentation the wine is aged for 16 months in French oak barriques, 70% new, before bottling.
As you would expect with such a high percentage of Merlot, the bouquet is rich and expressive, with notes of ripe plum and mocha, but the two Cabernets kick in with aromas of black fruits, cassis and blueberry. On the palate there is a hint of spiciness from the oak, but it is subtle rather than dominant, and the overriding impression is of a wealth of rich, ripe fruit, beautifully balanced by a crisp, refreshing acidity.
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