Mullineux Schist Chenin Blanc 2025 750ml

Mullineux Schist Chenin Blanc 2025 – Swartland Fine Wine

The 2025 Mullineux Schist Chenin Blanc captures the unique single-terroir expression of Kasteelberg. Bush-vines grow at 400 meters altitude on rocky, schist-based slopes. This challenging environment naturally restricts vine vigor and yields smaller grape clusters with a high skin-to-juice ratio. Consequently, the wine delivers exceptional structure, depth, and a firm chalky texture balanced by signature Swartland freshness.

Critical Acclaim & Top Ratings

• 95 Points – Tim Atkin MW (2026 Special Report): Tim Atkin awarded this single-terroir release 95 points.

2025 Vintage & Winemaking Highlights

• The vineyard team hand-harvested grapes on February 13, 2025.

• Yields reached 5 tons per hectare (30 HL/ha).

• Winemakers pressed whole grape bunches directly into French oak barrels.

• Indigenous yeasts drove the natural, spontaneous fermentation.

• The wine settled naturally and matured on its lees in 225L French oak barrels for 11 months.

• Cellar staff bottled 579 cases unfiltered on January 14, 2026.

Tasting Profile & Serving Suggestions

• Nose: Expressive aromas of fresh quince, white peach, and subtle lime lead.

• Palate: A generous palate features a firm, chalky texture and a bright, zesty finish.

• Service: Decant when opening young to unlock its complex layers.

• Ageing: This wine evolves gracefully in the cellar for over 20 years.

Technical Specifications

• Varietal: 100% Chenin Blanc

• Origin: Swartland Wine of Origin

• Bottling Date: January 14, 2026

• Production: 579 cases

• Maturation: 11 months in 225L French oak barrels