2017 Five

Constantia Glen

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Tasting Notes

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Tasting from 28.05.2021: Benjamin Herzog, Dominik Vombach

Dark ruby garnet with purple reflections and a subtle ochre rim. Fine roasted aromas with dark forest berries, gentle blueberry and cassis notes, and nuances of bourbon vanilla. Substantial, blackberry confit, fine fruit extraction, silky texture with supporting tannins, good freshness and with a mineral-salty finish and hints of nougat, a versatile wine for food.

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Region
Constantia, South Africa
Constantia, located on the Cape of Good Hope around Constantia Mountain, a spur of Table Mountain, is very, very small, and yet it was here that viticulture...
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Category: Red Wine
Vintage: 2017
Alcohol Level: 14.5%
Expansion: 18 Monate barrique
Stopper: Cork
Winery: Constantia Glen
Price: 20 - 50 €
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Constantia Glen

7806 Kapstadt
Südafrika
+27 (21) 7956100
wine@constantiaglen.com www.constantiaglen.com

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2011 Three
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2020 Sauvignon Blanc
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2017 Two BX Blend White
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2012 Three
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2007 Constantia Glen
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2007 Constantia Saddle
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