Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art and South African Fine Wine

Live Virtual Auction, 26 - 28 July 2020

Wine

Sold for

ZAR 7 622
Lot 71
  • Klein Constantia; Vin de Constance; 1990; 1 (1 x 1); 500ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 7 000 - 9 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 7 622

About this Item

Vin de Constance, 1990
1 (1 x 1) 500ml

Described as one of the world’s most beautiful vineyards, the 146 hectares of Klein Constantia originally formed part of "Constantia", a vast property established in 1685 by Simon van der Stel, the first governor of the Cape. This particular valley was chosen not only for its beauty, but also for the decomposed granite soils on its slopes, gently cooled by ocean breezes. The property behind the iconic Vin de Constance has pedigree and provenance that stretches widely beyond sweet wine.

The re-creation of the legendary Constantia wine made in the 18th and 19th centuries, sought after by Napoleon, the aristocracy of Europe, King George IV and King Louis Philippe and recommended by some of France’s most famous gourmands, Brillat-Savarin and Dumas. The year of the release of Nelson Mandela from prison.

Critics Ratings

Clear, layered mahogany / bronze with a green rim. Raisins with dried apricots and citrus peel on appealing, mellow, nose, focussed by a little VA. Luscious, sweet entry with good minerally acid core; vivid, apparently youthful flavours, long racy finish.’ – Angela Lloyd 2002, 4.5*

Provenance

Private Client

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