Lady Of Abundance

This wine pairs wonderfully with red meat dishes, especially those with rich sauces, as well as hard cheeses. It can also complement game dishes like venison​.

The grapes for this wine are grown in various blocks in the Constantia region, ranging from 39 to 160 meters above sea level. The vineyards benefit from the Mediterranean climate, cooled by Atlantic breezes, which helps preserve the balance and complexity of the grapes. The soils in this area include a mix of Glenrosa, Clovelly, Hutton, and Cartref, contributing to the terroir's uniqueness. The vineyard is sustainably farmed, with all vineyard management practices done manually​.

The wine was aged for 12 months in 10% new French oak barrels, with the remainder in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fill barrels. This combination ensures a balanced integration of oak flavors​.

Each vineyard block was fermented separately in stainless steel tanks, with selected yeasts and regular pump-overs during fermentation to ensure proper extraction. After fermentation, the wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, consisting of 10% new oak and a mix of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fill barrels. This process adds complexity and depth to the final blend​.

In 1679 Simon van der Stel was appointed by the Dutch East India Company to govern the Cape of Good Hope. After years of loyal service he requested land from the Company. He periodically sent out riders to collect soil samples. In 1685 he chose 891 morgen (about 763 ha) situated behind Table Mountain for its wine-growing potential and magnificent scenery. Over the years the wines produced on the estate caught the attention of influential people across the globe – clearly due to its impressive quality. Global aristocracy made sure that they had enough stock of this acclaimed and precious product. Our founder named his farm Constantia after the Latin word for constancy or steadfastness. These attributes he valued greatly and today we follow in his footsteps to uphold his enduring legacy of perfection at Groot Constantia.