COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Syrah
PRODUCER
Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines
REGION
Western Cape
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Mullineux Granite Syrah 2021 is a single-terroir wine from the Swartland region of South Africa, specifically from the Paardeberg area. It is crafted from 100% Syrah grapes grown on decomposed granitic soils, a characteristic that defines its name and contributes to its unique profile. Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines, founded in 2007 by Chris and Andrea Mullineux, is dedicated to expressing the Swartland's terroir through sustainable farming and a hands-off winemaking approach. The 2021 vintage was notably cool, leading to a balanced and aromatic expression of Syrah.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes grown on decomposed granite.
Fact 02
Deep-rooted vines access scarce water.
Fact 03
Minimalist winemaking with indigenous yeasts.
Fact 04
Vegan-friendly, bottled unfined and unfiltered.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mullineux Granite Syrah 2021 is produced using 100% whole-cluster fermentation, with grapes being foot-trodden in open-top French oak barrels. Fermentation is driven by indigenous yeasts, and gentle extraction is achieved through hand punch-downs, with skin contact lasting 28 days. The wine undergoes extended aging: 11 months in 500L French oak barrels (50% new), followed by 10 months in a 2000L foudre. It is then aged for an additional eight months in bottle before release. The producer employs sustainable and reasoned farming practices.
