Mullineux

Granite Chenin Blanc 1.5L

Name: Old Vines White
Brand: Mullineux
Price: 470 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 95 (1 reviews)

Chenin Blanc from Swartland, South Africa

R1,255

Bottle size:

1.5 L

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The 2019 growing season was again very dry and yields were well below normal, resulting in wines with incredible texture, depth and concentration. The Granite soils retain some moisture deep down, and the vines use this to retain a freshness to balance the texture. The palate of the GRANITE Chenin is always tight, long, and flinty with notes of citrus blossom, quince, fynbos and fennel. Ageing potential 10 – 20 years, this wine will show optimally if decanted when drunk within the first 3 years after bottling.

Citrus

Cinnamon

Peach

Grapefruit

Grapes were first chilled in our cold room then pressed whole-bunch and the juice allowed to settle overnight. Minimal SO2 is added and, as with all our wines, no further additions are made. The juice is then racked to barrel for fermentation which is with indigenous yeasts and lasts for about 4 weeks. The wine is left in barrels, on its lees, until spring, during which time malolactic fermentation has completed. The barrels are racked and blended just before the following vintage and bottled unfiltered.

Mullineux

“Wines that transport you to the Swartland.” – Andrea Mullineux Packed with layers of distinctive vibrancy, regional character, great allure and sophistication. Staying true to the Mullineux winemaking philosophy, these wines can be opened and enjoyed upon vintage release, or over two decades from the vintage.