Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve Red is a premium wine produced by Groot Constantia, one of the oldest and most prestigious wine estates in South Africa. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the estate's vineyards located in the Constantia Valley, a renowned wine appellation known for its cool climate and unique terroir. The wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including handpicking and sorting of grapes, and aging in French oak barrels. The result is a full-bodied and complex wine with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate, and a long, smooth finish. This wine is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality and elegant wine that showcases the best of South African winemaking.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied, deeply-hued red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot boasts aromas of ripe dark berries, cassis and a hint of tobacco.On the palate, there are rich notes of dark fruit, cedar and spice, with a hint of dark chocolate on the lingering finish. An elegant and complex wine that is sure to impress.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Cabernet Franc
Petit Verdot
ORIGINS
Winery: Groot Constantia
Region: Constantia
Constantia is a wine region located in the Western Cape province of South Africa, just south of Cape Town. It is one of the oldest wine regions in South Africa, with a history dating back to the 17th century. The region is known for producing high-quality, cool-climate wines, particularly Sauvignon Blanc and Bordeaux-style red blends.