Groot Constantia
Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc Blend from Constantia, South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Groot Constantia
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.
Description
Tropical fruit like melon, guava and passion fruit dominate the nose of the wine, while hints of grass and citrus add complexity. The palate shows beautiful intensity and length, and the natural acidity leaves a crisp, dry finish
Food Pairing
Oysters with Aioli or Ravioli with Green Pea Pesto makes for good pairing with this wine.
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