{"product_id":"mullineux-schist-chenin-blanc-2013","title":"Mullineux Schist Chenin Blanc  2013","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"This is the first release of this old-vine Chenin, sourced from two vineyards in the Swartland. There are only 1,000 bottles to go round, but it's an impressive début, with seamless oak integration, oatmeal, pear and apple flavours and a generous, concentrated finish. Drink: 2014-22\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Tim Atkin Master Wine (August 2014), 95 pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003eThe sophomore 2013 Mullineux Schist Chenin comes from two 35-year-old vineyards and has a seductive lemon thyme, dried pineapple and quince-scented bouquet, hints of lemon curd developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with touches of lime flower, dried apricot, a touch of quince and great precision on the finish. I cannot wait to see how this develops and though approachable now, I would prefer to cellar my bottles for 3-4 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003eChris and Andre’s Mullineux’s almost meteoric rise to the top of the South Africa tree has been both a pleasure to witness and judging by the quality of wine in the glass…fully justified. Ever since their Straw Wine was served blind against Château Yquem 1986, their portfolio of wines has gone from delivering Swartland at the highest level and with each passing season. While remaining relatively conservative to some of the region’s more “out there” exponents, they have become increasingly terroir-focused, as a cursory glance at their labels will demonstrate. At one end has been the storming success of the entry-level Kloof Street range, while at the top end the “Schist” and “Granite” labels are now joined by “Iron.\" Their ambitions meant that a change of backer was necessary and so Indian multimillionaire, Analjit Singh has stepped in. The company will be renamed \"Mullineux \u0026amp; Leeu Family Wines\" with Andrea and Chris retaining control. Mr Singh already owned three adjoining farms in Franschhoek, so doubtless the Mullineux's will be working on improving the wines from there. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003eMoving back to the wines, I was intrigued to learn that all the Syrah is picked at the same level of Brix and yet the natural yeast converts them to different levels of alcohol. On this visit, I finally had a chance to see the vineyards myself and share a cheeky sandwich before my next appointment. I asked Chris to summarize recent vintages. “The 2011 was our most sophisticated vintage,” he answered, “and 2010 more opulent and voluptuous. I think that 2012 harnesses those two together, but it is much more approachable than the 2010. It has fresh tannins that distinguish the 2012 reds.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003eI hear that sales of Mullineux have been strong in the United States as well as here in the UK, where I can vouch for a loyal fan base. If you have not tried when of Mullineux’s wines, then the sooner the better. \u003cstrong\u003e-Wine Adovcate 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mullineux Family Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948816134191,"sku":"SA1EE242028CBS","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/Mullineux-Schist-Chenin-Blanc-2012.jpg?v=1771484071","url":"https:\/\/timelesswinesdirect.com\/products\/mullineux-schist-chenin-blanc-2013","provider":"timelesswines.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}