Schist Chenin Blanc, Mullineux 2023

The 2023 Chenin Blanc Schist comes from shallow brown slate soils that restrict the vine growth, yielding smaller clusters with thicker skins. It has a perfumed, slightly floral bouquet with yellow plum, jasmine and light stony aromas -my favourite of the three Chenins. The palate has exquisite balance. It’s quite feisty with an oily texture and very good depth. Much more phenolic than their other whites, it closes with a sustained finish. Great potential.

The Schist Chenin Blanc comes from vines that are nearly ten years' old on the Mullineux’s beautiful, organically certified Roundstone property. Subtle thatch and petrichor aromas segue into a palate of lemongrass, pear and patisserie spices, with negligible oak, good extract and a hint of bitter almond on the finish.