a sub-region of the Uco Valley known for its high altitude and calcareous alluvial soils

and Tinto Cão — reportedly in roughly equal proportions

distilled in copper pot stills and matured in American oak barrels

Introducing a friend to the Cognac category without a steep entry cost

almost sour brightness

Groot Constantia Merlot aperitifs a sub-region of the UcoGroot Constantia Merlot is a 100% Merlot from South Africa's historic Constantia wine region, bottled at 1414. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2022 vintage earned a Gold medal and 95 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards, and the estate expression ranks among the top ten Merlots in South Africa according to the South African Wine Index (SAWi), with a score of 93. 42. Quick Facts: ABV: 1414. 5% Origin: Constantia, South Africa 18 Months