Ratings
JA 98 · WA 97 · VN 97 · JS 95 · WS 95 · TA 98
Identity
| Producer | Klein Constantia |
| Vol | 0.5 |
| Color | White |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant light gold color |
| Aroma | Aromas of apricot, citrus marmalade, frangipani, jasmine, orange rind, mango, cloves, caramel, honey, white flowers, and subtle spices |
| Palate | Full bodied, complex, with a good sugar to fruit ratio balanced by great acidity; creamy, rich texture with delicate woody spices on mid-palate; lively acidity and salinity; concentrated and vivid with intense flavors of apricot, chamomile, white tea, pineapple, preserved lemon, and gentle smoky notes |
| Finish | Long, pithy, lively finish with a hint of bitterness and spiciness accentuated toward the end |
| Food Pairing | foie gras, blue cheese, fruit salad, cheese platter, vanilla desserts |
| Serving Temp | Serve chilled, around 8-10°C |
Profile
Sweetness (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Complexity (1-5)
HIGH
Acidity (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
AVERAGE
Interesting facts
| Vin de Constance is a historic sweet wine dating back to 1685, favored by European aristocracy and famous figures such as Napoleon and Jane Austen. It is a modern re-creation of the original Constantia sweet wine, made with great precision and artistry. |
Logistics
| Barcode | Not specified |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Cork | natural cork |