🇿🇦 LEEU Estates Passant, The Leeu Passant
Country: South Africa
Region: Western Cape (Franschhoek)
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Carignan (exact blend may vary)
Style: Red Wine
🍷 A Sophisticated Cape Blend with Old-World Soul and New-World Precision
✨ In the Glass
Deep garnet hue with a youthful edge, revealing its concentration and age-worthiness.
👃 On the Nose
Lifted aromas of blackcurrant leaf, ripe cassis, and cedar, intertwined with earthy notes of tobacco, graphite, and a subtle herbal lift.
🖤 On the Palate
Powerfully structured and full-bodied, showing firm, grainy tannins and vibrant acidity. Flavours of black cherry, peppercorn, and cigar box unfold in layers, revealing depth and complexity with each sip.
🍽️ Food Pairing
A stunning match for chargrilled ribeye, venison, lamb tagine, or richly sauced dishes. Excellent with hard cheeses like aged cheddar or Pecorino.
⏳ Ageing Potential
Cellar-worthy—drink now or over the next 10–15 years to see its tertiary notes evolve.
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
An expressive and age-worthy red that blends Cape heritage with classic finesse. Crafted by Chris and Andrea Mullineux, this is a wine of distinction—bold yet elegant, with every element meticulously in place.
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