At a glance

Producer

Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines

Region

Swartland, South Africa

Grape variety

Chenin Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45

Tasting profile

Pronounced mineral and flinty notes, fresh pear and citrus, subtle stone fruit, and saline undertones. Medium-bodied with elegant texture.

Evolution: With age, expect richer honeyed and nutty notes blending with evolving minerality and a creamy mid-palate.

At peak: Complex layers of citrus, orchard fruit, wet stone, and subtle oxidative notes balanced by crisp acidity and lingering finish.

Structure

Acidity

High acidity, vibrant and fresh

Tannins

Low tannin (white wine)

Alcohol

13.5% ABV

Aging potential

12-15+ years from vintage due to natural acidity and terroir-driven complexity

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2047

Optimal window

2024 to 2050

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

The 2022 vintage is in its youth with bright acidity and minerality, starting to develop complexity.

The wine's high natural acidity, low residual sugar, and granite-rich terroir provide excellent structure and freshness, allowing it to develop nuanced tertiary flavors over a decade or more.

Food pairing

Pairs well with seafood (grilled fish, shellfish), poultry, creamy cheeses, and dishes with herbal or citrus accents.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Use of dry farming techniques, minimal intervention winemaking, water conservation methods, solar energy use at facilities, and lightweight recyclable packaging.

Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines are recognized for responsible farming in Swartland, focusing on preserving indigenous bush vines grown organically in granite soils with careful vineyard management to reduce chemical inputs and use renewable energy on-site.