Klein Constantia

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Part of Simon van der Stel's original Constantia estate, Klein Constantia is famous for its Vin de Constance, a sweet muscat wine. It was Napoleon’s solace on St Helena; and in Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, Mrs Jennings advocates ‘its healing powers on a disappointed heart’. There's a small bistro and excellent tasting room – be sure to sample the champagne-style sparkler.


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