2016 Mullineux Iron Syrah Swartland Mullineux Wines

Matured in 25% new French oak for 18 months, the 2016 Iron Syrah delivers more red fruit on the nose than the 2016, offering cranberry, raspberry, pressed flowers and something a little exotic - marmalade and a touch of tangerine. The medium-bodied palate shows a fine bead of acidity and grips the mouth, the whole bunches lending an (appropriately enough) ferrous- like finish. Excellent. 2020 - 2035.

This is intriguing, with white pepper followed by a notable sanguine streak and a range of red currant, bitter cherry, singed iron and cedar notes. The structure is evident through the pepper-tinged finish, giving this an old-school feel. Best from 2021 through 2026.

(13%) It may be auto- suggestion, but Iron always seems to have some ferrous grip to it, an intense, dry land Syrah with layers of tannin, blackberry and liquorice flavours and a twist of black pepper. Another Mullineux Syrah that needs time. 2022-30.