From the historic coastal estate of Klein Constantia in the Constantia Valley near Cape Town, Vin de Constance is South Africa’s most iconic natural-sweet wine. The 2022 vintage continues the lineage of excellence: crafted from 100% Muscat de Frontignan grapes, late-harvested and expertly vinified to preserve sweetness balanced by crisp acidity. The warm, condensed 2022 season produced a wine of richness, depth, precision and longevity.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Bright light gold with luminous highlights and a refined, glowing presence.
Nose: Expressive and layered: fresh apricot, quince, dried pineapple, persimmon, fig preserve, salted caramel, elderflower and subtle spice notes – creating an aromatic profile of elegance and intensity.
Palate: Rich, tightly knit and full-bodied. The palate delivers dried mango, nectarine, lychee and white peach, supported by honeyed sweetness, bright acidity and saline minerality. A fine wood-spice mid-palate, and a balance of sugar and acidity gives the wine refinement and length.
Finish: Long and regal, with a weighty texture, lingering dried fruits, citrus peel and a gently pithy edge. The wine promises excellent cellar potential and complexity with age
Technical Details
Producer: Klein Constantia, Constantia Valley, Cape Town, South Africa.
Wine: Vin de Constance (Natural Sweet Wine)
Vintage: 2022
Grape Variety: 100% Muscat de Frontignan
ABV: Approximately 13,5%
Residual Sugar: Very high (significant levels retained – estate describes late-harvested drying of grapes)
Maturation & Bottling: Harvested late, gentle vinification to retain aromatic and sugary profile; estate notes indicate exceptional balance of sugar and acidity in 2022.
Ageing Potential: Built for decades of ageing; reviewers indicate potential of 40+ years in bottle for this vintage.
Collector’s Note
Vin de Constance is not just a wine—it’s a symbol of heritage, icon status in South African wine and a masterpiece of sweet-wine craft. The 2022 vintage, with its richness, precision and harmony, is especially noteworthy. It appeals to collectors of fine sweet wines, lovers of historic vineyards and those seeking a wine with both immediate beauty and long-term potential. Given its prestige, potential for ageing and heritage, this vintage is an exceptional addition to any premium wine collection.
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Order Cancellations:
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Consignment Orders:
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Returns:
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Exceptions to Returns:
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