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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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A blend of 45% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2011 Constantia Glen Three has an Inviting nose of warm blackcurrants, ripe damsons and Victoria plums which mix with toasty hints of cedar and spice. The palate is ripe but structured with a smooth mouthfeel and the fruit is balanced by freshness and lip-smacking note of minerality. The tannins are present but fine and the finish is completed by dark chocolate and mocha with appealing ripe blackcurrants and damson fruit smoothening out the whole. This is a warming wine definitely suited to a cold night in but equally good with fine barbequed steak.
Catriona Felstead MW, New World Buyer
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