Klein Konstantia

Klein Constantia is one of South Africa’s most historic and prestigious wineries, located in the Constantia Valley near Cape Town. Established in 1685, it is known for its stunning landscapes and a rich winemaking legacy that dates back to the early days of South African viticulture. The estate is best known for its world-famous sweet wine, Vin de Constance, which has been revered by royalty and literary figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte and Charles Dickens.Vin de Constance, a natural sweet wine made from Muscat de Frontignan grapes, is the flagship of Klein Constantia. It’s cherished for its vibrant, luscious flavors and remarkable ability to age for decades, offering complex notes of tropical fruit, honey, and spice. Alongside this iconic wine, Klein Constantia also produces exceptional dry wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon, known for their elegance and reflection of the cool, coastal terroir.The winery practices sustainable farming, ensuring minimal impact on the environment, while maintaining the quality of the vineyards for future generations. Klein Constantia’s combination of historic significance, commitment to innovation, and outstanding craftsmanship has earned it a global reputation for excellence.Today, Klein Constantia continues to be a leader in South Africa’s wine industry, producing wines that are both timeless and world-class, embodying the unique spirit of the Constantia Valley.

Klein Constantia
Sauvignon Blanc 2019

A great deal of attention has been placed on expressing the Klein Constantia style in this wine. It consists of a blend of various parcels from the estate, each kept separate throughout the wine-making process. Finally, they are carefully blended together to create a perfect representation of the unique Klein Constantia terroir.Sticking to the basics, we made a wine to truly respect and express the Klein Constantia terroir. Batches were hand sorted and the grapes were pressed gently, allowing optimal free run juice to be used. It was 100% tank fermented and spent 7 months on the lees after which the various batches were blended together to create this elegant wine.Bright and light in appearance, aromas of citrus and stonefruit fill the nose. The palate is richly textured, fresh and complex with a bold minerality - a pure expression of Sauvignon Blanc. The wine concludes with a long crisp flinty finish. Drink now or allow to develop until 2023.
Region: Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 13.5%

Acidity: 6.30 g/lt.

pH: 3.27

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Klein Constantia
Metis Sauvignon Blanc 2017

A great deal of attention has been placed on expressing the Klein Constantia style in this wine. It consists of a blend of various parcels from the estate, each kept separate throughout the wine-making process. Finally, they are carefully blended together to create a perfect representation of the unique Klein Constantia terroir.Grapes were harvested by hand from 4.00 am from high lying blocks able to withstand the way in which the wine is made. No sulphur was added at crush and fermentation was wild. The wine was left to mature on the lees for a period of 12 months in a combination of stainless steel tank as we as 20% neutral oak barrels.​Light and vibrant in appearance. Fresh citrus and nettle aromas fill the nose. The palate is concentrated and full bodied with a rich peppery and mineral mouthfeel. Refreshing and supported by a balanced acidity, the wine concludes with a powerful and flinty finish. Drink now or keep up to 5 to 10 years.
Region: Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 13.5%

Acidity: 7.20 g/lt.

pH: 3.22

Residual Sugar: 1.90 g/lt.
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Klein Constantia
Estate Red 2016

A great deal of attention has been placed on expressing the Klein Constantia style in this wine. It consists of a blend of various parcels from the estate, each kept separate throughout the wine-making process. Finally, they are carefully blended together to create a perfect representation of the unique Klein Constantia terroir.Each parcel is carefully identified and blocks are split into multiple portions in order to harvest at the perfect ripeness. The grapes are then bunch and berry sorted to ensure that only the healthiest berries are selected. Malolactic fermentation takes place in 40 % new French oak barrels after alcoholic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 12 months before blending and bottling.Deep ruby in appearance. Boasts a lively nose with rich dark fruits from ripe plums to blackcurrant, balanced with a perfume of elegant oak spice. The palate is refined with delicate red fruit backed up well integrated tannins that allows for a long savory finish. Drink now or keep up to 5 to 10 years.
Region: Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 14.6%

Acidity: 5.20 g/lt.

pH: 3.66

Residual Sugar: 2.00 g/lt.
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Klein Constantia
Riesling 2017

The 2015 vintage brought about challenges and joys. It is the first vintage to be completed in our renovated cellar, with equipment dedicated for the making of Vin de Constance. This harvest marked the first year of the long 3 year drought in the Cape, resulting in the earliest harvest of  Muscat de Frontignan we have had since 1986. It was also the year of the terrible fires that raged through the Cape Peninsula. The Riesling is made in a natural and minimalistic style. The grapes had long extended skin contact before pressing and were fermented naturally. The wine underwent cold fermentation and was left on the lees for 6 months. No added enzymes were used in the making of this wine.Vibrant in appearance with an aromatic and complex nose. The palate is rich with stone fruit and citrus blossom flavours, balanced by a crisp acidity. Full bodied with a creamy mouth feel, the wine concludes with a long dry finish.
Region: Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 13.44%

Total acid: 6.90 g/lt.

pH: 3.17

Residual Sugar: 3.50 g/lt.
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Klein Constantia
Chardonnay 2018

Our unique terroir and cool climate consistently provides concentrated grapes full of flavour with a distinct freshness enabling us to produce a Chardonnay which is crisp with an enticing complexity.Made from a single vineyard on the lower slopes of Klein Constantia. The grapes were whole bunch pressed with the must left on the grape lees at 6C for a period of 1 week before racking off for fermentation. 30% of the juice was fermented in new 500L barrels and the remainder in stainless steel tanks, it was then transferred to neutral 500L barrels. Malolactic fermentation was avoided in order to maintain the freshness of the wine. The wine was aged for 9 months before blending and bottling.Abundant pear drop and citrus blossom, with a floral spicy note on the nose. The palate is chalky, clean and fresh with brioche aspects.
Region: Constantia, Western Cape, South Africa
Alcohol: 13.78%

Acidity: 6.50 g/lt.

pH: 3.43

Residual Sugar: 2.20 g/lt.
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Klein Constantia
Vin de Constance 2015

Based at the south end of Stellenbosch with views of False Bay, the 40 hectare red wine property is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot. Proximity to the sea provides a specific microclimate that, together with the old ferricrete soils, are perfect for producing rich and focused wines. Under the guidance of internationally well-known Bordeaux wine personalities Hubert de Boüard (co-owner of Château Angélus in Saint-Emilion) and Bruno Prats (former owner of Château Cos d’Estournel in Saint-Estèphe), Anwilka has established a worldwide reputation for this red blend which has been described
by Robert Parker as “the finest red wine I have ever had from South Africa”.Deep ruby red in appearance. The nose is upfront with aromas of dark red fruit and oak spice. The palate is bold and elegant, complex yet finely structured. The wine concludes with a persistent and savoury finish.
Region: Stellenbosch, South Africa
Alcohol: 14.42%

Acidity: 5.30 g/lt.

pH: 3.56

Residual Sugar: 3.90 g/lt.
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