Constantia – South Africa's oldest wine region with style
Constantia is located at the southern tip of Table Mountain, directly on the Atlantic – and is therefore one of the coolest and most elegant wine sites in the South African Cape region. The mild maritime climate ensures slowly ripening grapes and wines with fresh acidity and fine structure. No wonder Constantia has enjoyed a special reputation for centuries.
Sauvignon Blanc as a flagship
Anyone who knows Constantia thinks first of Sauvignon Blanc. The cool nights and the sea breeze give the white wine here a vibrant freshness and clear aromatics that clearly distinguish it from warmer growing regions. Wineries such as Klein Constantia, Constantia Glen, and Spier show how versatile this variety can be interpreted in the region – from accessible and everyday-suitable to complex and age-worthy.
The legendary Vin de Constance
In addition to the dry ones, Constantia is known for one of the most famous dessert wines in the wine world: the Vin de Constance from Klein Constantia. This luscious wine made from Muscat grapes has historical roots that reach back to the 18th century – Napoleon is said to have loved it. It combines natural sweetness with vibrant acidity to create an exceptionally elegant experience.
Your entry at Vinoscout
In the Vinoscout range, you will find over 10 wines from Constantia – from fresh entry-level Sauvignon Blanc to powerful red wines like the Eagles' Nest Reserve Shiraz, to the legendary Vin de Constance. Whether you are discovering the region anew or specifically looking for a special wine: there is something for everyone here.
