Peter Veldsman & Dirkie Christowitz Private Collection
Live Virtual Auction, 15 May 2022
Session 1
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About this Item
The re-creation of the legendary Constantia wine made in the 18th and 19th centuries, sought after by Napoleon, the aristocracy of Europe, King George IV and King Louis Philippe and praised by Charles Dickens, Jane Austen and Baudelaire!
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Critics Ratings
'Luscious unfortified dessert with international reputation spanning 2 centuries, typically from un-botrytised yet lusciously ripe Muscat de Frontignan. The 2002 is more slender than previous (13% alc vs 14.8%) but follows generous sun-blessed style, with tightrope balance. Marmalade, Asian spice hints, unctuous but uncloying.' - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2008, 4.5*
'Marmalade, some green hints, menthol, pineapple cubes, a haunting floral bouquet. Nutty flavours emerging, with lavender, peach, honeycomb, lengthy and superbly even-handed mix of body, acidity and flavour.' - Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17.5/20 (Feb 2009)
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