Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'A tribute to the Cape red blends of old (those that didn't include Pinotage), this is an almost equal amalgam of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Cinsault. Made with 100% whole bunches, it's another triumphant release from the Mullineux. Cassis and raspberry fruit flavours are supported by acidity and fine tannins with top notes of tobacco and Earl Grey tea. 2020-30' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2018, 95/100

'The 2016 Leeu Passant Dry Red is Chris & Andrea Mullineux's take on 1950s and 1960s Cape red wine and utilises fruit from vines planted as far back as 1900. This works very successfully on the nose of perfumed dark berry fruit laced with cedar and tobacco, not a million miles away from an old-school claret. The palate is medium-bodied with graiy tannin, a fine bead of acidity, plenty of tar-tobacco-infused black fruit and a slightly austere but very well balanced finish. Excellent.' - Neal Martin, Vinous, 92/100 (Aug 2018)

'A tribute to South Africa's Cape red blends of yesteryear, this wine is a blend of 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Cabernet Franc and 25% Cinsault. Medium-intense notes of chocolate-covered cherry, red plum and mulberry are married to some earthy cedar, herbal root and tea notes atop, like earl grey. The medium-weight palate is firm and austere, with a pronounced tannic structure that remains quite gripping through the close. Tight flavors of plum skin, cassis and cherry pit are young and reserved. This wine is just waiting to shine and show its full potential. Drink 2022-2032.' - Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast, 92/100 (Mar 2019)