2020 Constantia Glen Sauvignon Blanc

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2020 Constantia Glen Sauvignon Blanc
Intense varietal character is the cornerstone of our classically-styled Sauvignon blanc. A wine of freshness, impeccable balance and great length.

Tasting Notes 

Colour

Lime green hue.

Nose

Complex core, with notes of lemongrass and lime, grapefruit and white peach, blackcurrant leaf and even elderflower.

Palate

Richly textured mouthfeel balanced by a striking minerality, razor-sharp acidity and a long, lingering finish.

Vintage

Constantia Glen's Sauvignon is a complex, elegant, cool-climate style with great fruit weight, minerality and vibrant acidity. The 2020 vintage was yet another excellent one at Constantia Glen that saw cool temperatures and a long ripening season, which produced a classic Constantia wine, exemplifying elegance, texture and freshness.

History of the Cellar

Ideally located below Constantia Nek, just moments from the bustling Cape Town city centre, Constantia Glen is a picturesque wine estate producing ultra-premium, cool climate white and red wines. The 60-hectare property, situated 103-2790 meters above sea level, has a mere 29 hectares under vine with product of wines limited to 120, 000 bottles per annum. Although winemaking began in 1685, recent history begins with the Waibel family, who purchased the land in 1960. Although this land is difficult to farm - as evident by rapid change of ownership from 1813-1960 - the dedication, patience and passion of the Waibel family has proven reward.

Having used the land predominantly as a stud farm, it was in 2000 that the Waibel family planted their first grapes and they now produce four wines. Perhaps most unique about Constantia Glen is its location. Although this region is predominantly known for its white wines, Constantia Glen is situated between the mountains, providing red grapes with the conditions needed to mature. Dryland cultivation under these cool climatic conditions results in slow ripening, low yields with exceptional grape quality and flavour concentration, thereby producing elegant Bordeaux blends. In addition to Sauvignon Blanc and the `Two` (a blend of Sauvignon Blanc with a touch of Sémillion), Constantia Glen produces the `Three` - a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Franc and Merlot` and a `Five` - which includes the addition of Malbec and Petit Verdot.

 


 

Awards - 2020 Vintage

  • 4½ stars (94 points) - Platter’s 2020 Guide
  • SA Wine Guide | 91 points - Falstaff Magazine | 
  • Platinum Award - SAWi 2021

Awards - 2019 Vintage

  • 93 points in the 2020 Platter Guide
  • Gold medal & Trophy for the best white wine from SA at the 2019 IWC
  • Gold Medal at the 2017 International Wine & Spirits Competition

Alan's Personal Tasting Notes

"This is delish - much more structure, complexity and multi-layered than most kiwi Sauv blancs. Fully dry with a wonderful balance between fruit & acidity. A bit closed when over chilled but really showed well a couple of degrees warmer - 15/20" October 2022

Specifications

Year 2020
Bottle Size 750ml
Cultivar Sauvignon Blanc
Country South Africa
Alcohol content
13.5% alc vol 
Units of Alcohol per Bottle 10.1 units
Type White Wine
Cellaring Potential For immediate enjoyment
Features Vegan & Vegetarian
Allergen Information Contains sulphites
Food Matches Pairs well with Ahi tuna poke bowl with fresh lime, avocado and edamame beans. Crostini with poached figs and goats’ cheese. Vietnamese Bún chà. Poached scallops with a wasabi lime granita. 
Origin Constantia
Appellation WO Western Cape