Constantia Glen Five 2018

Tim Atkin MW 93 pts 2021

Appealingly approachable at just three years of age, this has aromas of rosemary and sage, assertive new wood, hints of balsam, blackcurrant leaf and tobacco leaf, granular tannins and an elegant, tapering finish. 2023-30

92 pts Vinous Nov 2021

The 2018 Five works much better than the Three on the nose, delivering vivid blackberry and raspberry fruit; cedar and eucalyptus scents emerge with time. The palate is medium-bodied with a liberal sprinkling of white pepper on the entry, good depth and grip, and curry powder and a touch of garam masala on the finish. Excellent.