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GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS | SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP

GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS | SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP

“Beer is made by men, wine by God.” Martin Luther


The quality, style and value of South Africa’s wines makes them excellent buys today.

If you are looking for a wine with a grand history and tradition, look no further than Groot Constantia. It’s one of South Africa’s foremost historical monuments, tourist attractions, and oldest wine-producing farm dating back to as early as 1685.

SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

The name Constantia is irrevocably linked to the most famous wines to be made in South Africa.

Groot Constantia received world acclaim from Napoleon, Bismarck and King Louis Philippe of France who was the biggest single buyer of Groot Constantia wines. Originally only limited volumes were made and it was so expensive that the wine was exclusively bought and consumed by the aristocracy of the world.

You can read more about the farm and the brand HERE.

I have tasted bold pinotage, silky shiraz and fruity merlot, and the next stop is Gouverneurs Reserve, a rich and explosive Bordeaux blend from this historic estate in South Africa.

SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

Groot Constantia Gouverneurs Reserve is the flagship wine of this historic estate. An oak aged blend of four classic Bordeaux varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Grapes from selected vineyards are treated with special care, during fermentation they are pumped over 4 times a day. The wine is then matured for 14 months in French oak barrels.

SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

Aroma: Groot Constantia’s flagship red shows beautiful complexity on the nose, with ripe, rich flavours of blackcurrant, blueberries and graphite, supported by hints of vanilla and cinnamon.

Palate: the wine shows beautiful intensity and the time in barrel adds a hint of vanilla to palate.

Ripe, rich flavours of black cherries, plums, blackcurrant and hints of chocolate follow through in an elegant and restrained style. Smooth, with structured tannins and a refined and lingering finish.

Pairs well with: heavy meats, such as rib of beef with truffle as well as roast lamb with garlic and rosemary.

SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

Where to buy:

VINVM
Strictly Wine
The Drink Shop
Drinks & Co
Wine Poole

Grower: Groot Constantia
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot.
Appellation: Constantia
Vintage: 2018
Closure: cork

SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

You may find some of my other favourite wine/champagne related posts inspiring to try something new.


Taittinger Champagne Collection

Sumptuous Beringer Merlot

Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks

Cuvée Rosé Laurent-Perrier Champagne

Peculiar Pinotage

Chunky Zinfandel

Groot Constantia Merlot 2017


SOUTH AFRICAN GROOT CONSTANTIA FLAGSHIP GOUVERNEURS RESERVE 2018 | RED WINE FOR CONNOISSEURS

Have you tried any of Groot Constantia wines? Please share your experience below.

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13 Comments

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 25, 2022 / 1:49 pm

      Thank you Gemma 💋

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 23, 2022 / 4:51 pm

      It’s on my bucket list, it must have been an amazing experience 💋

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 17, 2022 / 8:59 am

      Thank you 💋

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 17, 2022 / 8:58 am

      Thank you Missy 💋

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 13, 2022 / 6:08 pm

      I definitely recommend Julia especially if you like bold wines 🍷 💋

    • Elegant Duchess
      Author
      January 13, 2022 / 2:18 pm

      Bold and fruity, incredibly delicious. I do recommend Jennifer 💋

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