“Gouverneurs Reserve” 2020 – Groot Constantia

The selected grapes to produce “Gouverneurs Reserve” Groot Constantia were harvested once they had reached the desired maturity levels and were picked at 24 to 25° Balling. The grapes were treated delicately in the cellar and during the first half of fermentation the wine was pumped over four times per day, in order to oxygenate the wine. Post- fermentation extended maceration lasted approximately four weeks. “Gouverneurs Reserve” Groot Constantia was matured for 14 months in 225 litre French oak barrels, of which 73% were new, 9% second fill, 18% third fill.

The vineyards are located on the steep valley on the eastern side of Table Mountain. The climate is Mediterranean with cooling breezes from the Atlantic Ocean encouraging balance and complexity in the grapes. The average rainfall is approximately 1,100mm per annum. The soils are predominantly Clovelly and Glenrosa- a gravelly soil with low fertility. The climate, combined with the cool southern slopes and deep mountain soils provide the ideal setting for the making of this top quality wine.