2019 Mullineux, Syrah, Swartland, South Africa

Mullineux was established in 2007, and since improving year on year. After working several vintages at wineries in France, South Africa and California, Chris and Andrea choose to settle in Swartland region of South Africa, firmly believing that the granite and schist-based terroirs and old vineyards of the region have the potential to produce truly great wine. Why do we like it? The aim with the Syrah is to give true and complete expression to the Shale & Schist and Granite terroirs in which the vines grow. Approximately half the grapes are whole-bunch fermented and all fermentation is with indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged for 11 months in French oak, 15% new. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered. This is a perfumed wine with notes of spices, refined black fruit, violets, and lilies. The palate is elegant and restrained with a silky texture balanced by a fresh, natural acidity. The finish is long with supple tannins. Grape           Syrah   Country        South Africa                               Region          Swartland                Vintage         2019