Description
Groot Constantia Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 captures the elegance and structure that define wines from South Africa’s historic Constantia valley. Influenced by cool Atlantic breezes and carefully farmed vineyards, this wine reflects both the estate’s centuries-old heritage and its precise modern winemaking.
The 2023 vintage opens with layered aromas of blackberry, cassis, and ripe plum, supported by subtle notes of tobacco, leather, and gentle oak spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet refined, with concentrated dark fruit and a firm, integrated tannin structure that brings balance and depth. Hints of graphite and savory complexity emerge on the long, polished finish.
This classic Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, slow-braised beef dishes, roast lamb, or aged hard cheeses. With its structure and balance, the wine will continue to develop gracefully for many years in the cellar.
The 2023 vintage opens with layered aromas of blackberry, cassis, and ripe plum, supported by subtle notes of tobacco, leather, and gentle oak spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet refined, with concentrated dark fruit and a firm, integrated tannin structure that brings balance and depth. Hints of graphite and savory complexity emerge on the long, polished finish.
This classic Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, slow-braised beef dishes, roast lamb, or aged hard cheeses. With its structure and balance, the wine will continue to develop gracefully for many years in the cellar.
The grapes were hand-harvested between March and early April at optimal ripeness and fermented in stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs to gently extract color, flavor, and tannin. Following fermentation, the wine remained on the skins for approximately four weeks to enhance structure and depth.
Malolactic fermentation took place in stainless steel, after which the wine matured for 14 months in 225L French oak barrels. The barrel composition included 53% new French oak, with the balance made up of second, third, and fourth fill barrels to achieve balance between fruit expression and oak influence.
Winemaker: Daniel Keulder
Malolactic fermentation took place in stainless steel, after which the wine matured for 14 months in 225L French oak barrels. The barrel composition included 53% new French oak, with the balance made up of second, third, and fourth fill barrels to achieve balance between fruit expression and oak influence.
Winemaker: Daniel Keulder
Established in 1685, Groot Constantia is South Africa’s oldest wine estate and a living piece of history. Situated beneath Table Mountain’s slopes, it produces world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Chardonnay that embody centuries of tradition. Expect rich concentration balanced by fine structure and freshness.
The estate’s meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to quality have earned global acclaim, continuing the legacy of the Cape’s earliest winemaking pioneers. Each bottle tells a story of heritage and evolution. Explore Groot Constantia Wines and taste where South African excellence began.
The estate’s meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to quality have earned global acclaim, continuing the legacy of the Cape’s earliest winemaking pioneers. Each bottle tells a story of heritage and evolution. Explore Groot Constantia Wines and taste where South African excellence began.
* Prior vintage described.
