{"product_id":"klein-constantia-vin-de-constance-2021","title":"Vin de Constance 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKlein Constantia, Vin de Constance 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKlein Constantia was founded in 1685 in Constantia, just outside Cape Town. In the 18th century, Vin de Constance was a beloved wine at European courts until the vineyard collapsed due to phylloxera in the mid-19th century. Production resumed in 1986. The 2021 is made from Muscat de Frontignan, hand-picked in 25 rounds over several months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you smell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDried apricot, orange marmalade, blossom, and a warm undertone of sandalwood. Intense but not sticky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull-bodied and creamy on the palate, with a sweetness immediately reined in by crisp acidity. Citrus, jasmine, and rose water notes appear. The finish is long and remains fresh, without being heavy. Already approachable, but can easily age for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it's made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Muscat de Frontignan from old vines. The grapes are picked in 25 selective passes to capture the perfect balance between sugar and acidity. The wine matures for over three years in small oak barrels, which adds subtle oxidative complexity without overpowering the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetween 12 and 14 degrees Celsius. Do not decant. A small white wine glass or dessert wine glass works best to keep the aromas concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoquefort or Stilton:\u003c\/strong\u003e the saltiness and pungency of blue cheese call for sweetness and freshness as a counterpoint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarte Tatin:\u003c\/strong\u003e caramelized apple echoes the apricot and citrus notes in the wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoie gras with fig compote:\u003c\/strong\u003e the creamy texture of foie gras finds its match in the full mouthfeel of this wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2930\/8248\/files\/vin-de-constance-2021.pdf?v=1773174623\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"technical details Klein Constantia Vin de Constance\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClick here for the technical details of this wine\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlatter's: Natural Sweet Wines of the Year 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForbes: 99\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJane Anson: 98\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTim Atkin: 98\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinous: 97\/100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivino: 4.4\/5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"mvdb.wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56837705826648,"sku":null,"price":79.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2930\/8248\/files\/klein-constantia-vin-de-constance-2022.png?v=1784266610","url":"https:\/\/koperenkaraf.nl\/en\/products\/klein-constantia-vin-de-constance-2021","provider":"Koper \u0026 Karaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}