Klein Constantia Estate
Overview
klein Constantia Road, Constantia, Southern Suburbs, Cape Townphone: view phone+27 21 794-5788
fax: view fax+27 21 794-2464
website: http://www.kleinconstantia.com
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Description
Klein Constantia Estate is set amid trees and lush greenery on the upper foothills of the Constantiaberg. With its historic Cape Dutch Homestead and superb views across the valley and False Bay, it has frequently been described as one of the world's most beautiful vineyard locations. These historic vineyards formed part of the original farm Constantia, whose legendary wines were sought after by the18th and 19th century European aristocracy, requested by Napoleon, and praised by Charles Dickens and Jane Austen. This estate has played a major part in the re-establishment of the historic Constantia Valley as one of the finest wine-growing areas of the Cape. Klein Constantia is owned by Duggie Jooste, whose family has been involved in the South African wine industry for four generations. Duggie bought the farm in a rundown condition in 1980 and immediately initiated a restoration and replanting programme. he and his son, Lowell, handle the day to day running of the farm. Winemaker Adam Mason, who joined the team in 2003, brings an injection of youth and overseas experience to the Constantia estate. He is particularly well-suited to the position as his varied career has provided a balance between old world winemaking philosophy and new world technology. Klein Constantia specialises in Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Marlbrook and Vin de Constance, the re-creation of the legendary Constantia wine.
