Rich and juicy, this medium- to full-bodied red is loaded with aromatic spice box, graphite and Earl Grey tea leaf notes, a fragrant overtone layered with the crushed mulberry and raspberry fruit flavors. Hints of loamy earth and mocha enrich the chewy finish. Drink now through 2026. 6,250 cases made, 785 cases imported.??–AN??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Constantia Select to Add

Light mint, anise and bay leaf notes infuse a core of gently mulled plum and blackberry fruit. A mint accent takes an encore through the fleshy edged finish. Drink now through 2019. 6,200 cases made, 750 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Constantia Select to Add

This is well-structured, with graphite and briar notes buried within, while the core of dark plum, macerated currant and blackberry paste flavors shows good energy and definition. Offers a grippy feel, with a hint of mint lingering through the finish. Best from 2015 through 2017. 7,500 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Constantia Select to Add

Although it comes from despite a cooler climate than Stellenbosch, this wine achieved 14.5% alcohol. But you wouldn’t know it, as it has elegant flavors of ripe cherry, plum and chocolate in a beautifully balanced framework. Groot Constantia’s reds all have a silky texture, and this one is no different. The nose favors brown sugar and chocolate over muted red berry, but this wine will drink well over the next five years, and possibly beyond. ——M.D.(9/1/2006)—— 89

Maturing and shows stewed fruit and raisin flavors with vegetal notes. Lacks balance. 2,000 cases made.??–null??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Coastal Region / Constantia Select to Add