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🏰 The 1991 Klein Constantia Vin de Constance is a legendary and unique natural sweet wine, a revival of a historic cuvée that was once a favourite of figures like Napoleon. Produced from unbotrytised raisined Muscat de Frontignan grapes and matured in oak barrels, this unfortified wine is truly one of a kind. Club Oenologique awarded it an impressive 97 points, stating, "Uniqueness is an overused term, but there is no other wine like Klein Constantia's Vin de Constance." Neal Martin also rated it 92 points. This vintage is particularly noted for its remarkable youthfulness, with one critic expressing puzzlement at how vibrant it remains. It presents a deep dark amber or brownish colour, glowing in the glass like a burnished horse chestnut. The nose is very deep, redolent of old wood, unctuous, and very fine, with notes of burnt sugar, dried fruits, crème brûlée, figs, caramel, honey, and tangerine. On the palate, it offers an animated yet toothsome experience, with tingly sweet citrus acidity unveiling layers of caramel, dried peach, barley sugar, marmalade, spicy, rancio nutty, and woody notes. Mandarin and desiccated orange peel linger, supported by fine weight, depth, and a viscous texture with a slight nuttiness. It achieves great concentration and sweetness beautifully balanced by its acidity.
🍴 This exquisite sweet wine is a perfect accompaniment to fruit-based desserts. It also pairs wonderfully with foie gras, blue cheeses, fruit tarts, or can be savoured on its own as a contemplative and luxurious drink.
🥂 The 1991 Vin de Constance is ideal for a celebratory dessert course, a special evening, or as a magnificent gift for a wine connoisseur. This wine is mature and can be enjoyed now, as it is considered to be at its peak. When opening, be gentle with the cork and capsule, as they can be fragile with age. Decanting is generally not necessary for sweet wines unless there's significant sediment, but a gentle pour is always recommended. Serve slightly chilled to best appreciate its complex layers.
【 A legendary and unique natural sweet wine, a favorite of Napoleon's, praised for its remarkable youthfulness and complex layers of caramel, dried fruit, and citrus, with exceptional balance and a 97-point rating from Club Oenologique. 】