Red

Mullineux Syrah (Swartland)

Mullineux

South Africa

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Syrah
Country
South Africa
Appellation
Swartland
Body
full
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

cordeiro assado · grelhado de carnes · carnes de caça · queijos curados · ensopados

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 201494 pts

    This ripe selection conveys a superb sense of balance and refinement, with forward aromas and flavors of black cherry and brambly berry framed by notes of wood spice, mocha and pressed violet. Velvety in feel, the texture is plush and seductive, with fine yet structured tannins…

  • 201392 pts

    This elegant Syrah opens with earthy aromas of fynbos, white pepper and raspberry tea alongside core notes of red cherry, licorice and clove. A structured and gripping selection, the plush mouthfeel is lushly fruited and full of brambly berry and plum flavors. Accents of cola sp…

  • 201290 pts

    Wild notes of game and curing spice add depth to the raspberry and cherry fruit core of this wine. Creamy and smoothly textured, the clean fruit flavors are lifted by bright acidity and transition seamlessly into spicy notes of white pepper and whole baking spice on the finish.…

  • 2011