Leeu Passant Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 Bottle size: 750ml
South Africa, Stellenbosch
R525
‘Grapes from a Helderberg site. Matured for 12 months in 500-litre barrels, of which a third were new, before a further 16 months in larger format oak. Rose, red and black berries plus a hint of fynbos, this only adding an enticing aromatic quality, and a hint of pencil shavings. The palate is poised and precise – medium-bodied with bright acidity and fine-grained tannins, the finish long and dry. Alc: 14%.’ – Christian Eedes, Winemag.co.za, 94/100
‘Showing the maritime influence that's a feature of wines from the cooler, western end of the Helderberg, looking down on False Bay, this is a Cabernet Sauvignon that you could easily mistake for a Cabernet Franc, all graphite, cut grass and green herb aromas and a palate of dill, cassis and black cherry embellished by 33% new oak. 2026-38’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2024, 94/100
‘Showing the maritime influence that's a feature of wines from the cooler, western end of the Helderberg, looking down on False Bay, this is a Cabernet Sauvignon that you could easily mistake for a Cabernet Franc, all graphite, cut grass and green herb aromas and a palate of dill, cassis and black cherry embellished by 33% new oak. 2026-38’ – Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2024, 94/100
Condition | New |
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Winemaker | Andrea Mullineux |
Alcohol | 14% |
Body | Medium-bodied |
Blend information | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Drink to | Drink or cellar |
Variety | Cabernet Sauvignon |
Rating | CE 95 |
Technical analysis | RS 2.2 g/L | TA: 5.2 g/L | PH: 3.61 |
Producer information | Since 2013, Chris and Andrea Mullineux have been working on a new project that focuses on vineyards outside of the Swartland appellation which have been specially selected by Rosa Kruger. Together with their partner Analijt Singh they launched their game changing Leeu Passant wines. Produced from old vines, including the oldest registered red wine vineyard in South Africa, these wines redefine the South African wine landscape. Their inspiration comes from past successes of the 50s, 60s and 70s, like Château Libertas and Rustenberg Dry Red. Their wines speak of South Africa's heritage and bring the unique wines of the past into the future. |
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