Mullineux and Leeu Family Wines
South Africa, Swartland, Stellenbosch, Wellington, Franschhoek, Riebeek Kasteel
About
After working several vintages at wineries in France, South Africa and California, Chris & Andrea chose to settle in the Swartland region of South Africa, believing that the granite and schist based terroirs and old vineyards have the potential to produce truly great wine. Here they produce their Mullineux and Kloof Street wines from Chenin, Syrah and other Rhone varieties. They also have a winery in Franschhoek producing wines from Chardonnay, Cabernet and Cinsault, under the Leeu Passant label. All vineyards are farmed sustainably and the wines are made with minimal intervention.
Viticulturist
Andrea & Chris Mullineux with Rosa Kruger
Chris studied accountancy at the University of Stellenbosch then enrolled into winemaking for a second degree. Worked at Tulbagh Mountain Vineyards, De Trafford, Rustenberg, worked harvests in Cote Rôtie, Bandol, the Languedoc and the Roussillon in France, and at cult winery Sine Qua Non in California.
Growing area
Swartland, Stellenbosch, Wellington, Franschhoek
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Products
Mullineux Old Vines White 2020
South Africa, Swartland
Chenin Blanc, Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Semillon, Verdelho
Leeu Passant Dry Red 2017
South Africa, - Non-regionalCabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault
Leeu Passant Wellington Old Vines Basson Cinsault 2017
South Africa, WellingtonCinsault
Leeu Passant Franschhoek Old Vines Lotter Cinsault 2018
South Africa, FranschhoekCinsault