Mullineux

Granite Eikelaan Chenin Blanc

Name: Granite Jakkalsfontein Syrah
Brand: Mullineux
Price: 1495 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Rating: Tim Atkin 94 (2 reviews)

Chenin Blanc from Swartland, South Africa

R850

Bottle size:

750 ml

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The 2024 Mullineux Granite Eikelaan Chenin Blanc displays vibrant aromas of yellow citrus blossom, summer fynbos and delicate hints of ginger tea. On the palate, these aromas unfold into a beautifully pithy, mineral-driven and vibrant mid-palate, carrying the hallmark tension and freshness derived from the site’s granitic origins. The cool evenings of the extended growing season have contributed to an aromatic complexity and a slow-building depth, promising a wine that will evolve gracefully with time. Decanting is recommended to allow its nuanced aromatics and texture to fully emerge.

Citrus Blossom

Fynbos

Ginger

Minerality

The grapes were hand-harvested in the cool early hours of the morning and whole-bunch pressed directly to barrel. The juice was handled oxidatively to enhance the wine’s ageing potential. Both primary and secondary fermentations proceeded naturally with indigenous yeasts and without intervention. Minimal SO₂ was added, and no other additions were made. The wine remained on its lees in barrel until spring, when it was racked and blended ahead of the 2025 harvest, then bottled without filtration.

Eikelaan is a dryland bush vine vineyard located on the higher altitude, granite-rich slopes of the Paardeberg in the Swartland. The decomposed granite soils promote deep root systems that enhance vine resilience and health in the absence of irrigation. The old vines are managed to maintain broad canopies, providing natural shade to the grapes, thereby preserving acidity and freshness in the finished wine. The 2024 vintage grapes were harvested on 16 February 2024 at a yield of 4 tons per hectare (24 hl/ha).

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.