Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 2018
Vineyards
Klein Constantia, Constantia
Winemaking and Maturation
The build up to the 2018 harvest included the highest summer rainfall of the past 6 years as well as some of the coldest average night time temperatures, giving the vines a long and slow growing season. According to statistics the South African 2018 harvest was 2 weeks later than usual and most crops were down by 15%.
Our bunches were lighter, however our berries were small and perfect, resulting in elegant flavours with good concentration and succinct characters. Harvest 2018 was the second longest harvest at Klein Constantia since 1986.
Tasting Notes
Bright and yellow gold in colour. The nose is layered with complex flavours of Seville marmalade, ginger spice and grapefruit. A rich and luxurious mouthfeel, the wine is full bodied, fresh and vibrant. The palate is balanced showcasing a perfect harmony between salinity, acidity, spice and sweetness. Concentrated with suspended density, it concludes with a pithy astringency and a lingering finish.
Technical Details
Alc: 13,7% RS:172g/l pH: 3.77 TA: 6.2g/l
