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Leeuwin Estate – Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon

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Western Australia
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The Facts

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  • 2022 (12pk/750ml) - 7 67749 00660 0
  • 2021 (12pk/750ml) - 7 67749 00660 0
Origins Australia > Western Australia > South West Australia
Appellation Margaret River
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Cepage 99% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Malbec
Winemaking After hand-harvesting, individual berry sorting and cold soaking, fermentation took place in closed, static fermenters at temperatures between 26C-30C. Extraction occurred by pumping over each individual parcel three times daily. Following malolactic fermentation entirely in barrel, including 50% new French oak for 9 months of maturation, the separate parcels were blended for further maturation in French Bordelaise coopered barriques with seasonal rackings. This wine spent 22 months in total in oak.
Alcohol by Volume 13.5%
Markets California

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The Character

Tasting Notes A depth of currants, dark cherries and boysenberries greet the nose. Fragrance of violet and lavender creates a perfumed and heightened lift. Complexities of oregano, dried sage, black cardomom, anise and tobacco leaf gather beneath. The palate is concentrated and finely textured, with a core of currants and dark cherries. There is elegance with an ethereal nature; brightness, vibrancy and buoyancy of natural acidity is a highlight. Black olive, vanilla pod and petrichor lead to a palate with a neatly packaged tannin graphite-like structure.
Awards 2022 - 97pts Wine Advocate
Sustainability
  • 2022 - Certified Sustainable
  • 2021 - Certified Sustainable

The Story

2022 provided a fantastic, classic Margaret River vintage at Leeuwin Estate. Spring of 2021 was typically wet and windy. September and October’s temperatures were milder than usual, delaying shoot growth and flowering dates. Sunny conditions in early-mid November produced a surge in vine growth and a rapid period of vine flowering.

Conditions were warm throughout January and February, with the welcome arrival of the sea breeze a daily constant. There was a substantial showing of Marri blossom around the vineyard and on the capes, so local birds showed little interest in the ripening grapes. Harvest commenced on February 4 with Pinot Noir, followed by the harvest of all whites by March 15.

Late March and early April saw a small window of rainfall, leading to a classically prolonged warm ripening period for the reds. These mild sunny conditions allowed wonderful ripe tannins and flavors to develop. The Cabernet and Shiraz were harvested through the first 3 weeks of April.

About Leeuwin Estate

Producer Story

Leeuwin Estate, one of the founding wineries in the Margaret River region of Western Australia, is a family producer with an international reputation for creating wines ranking alongside the world’s finest.

Leeuwin Estate consistently produces wines that rank with the world’s finest. Under the direction of two generations of the founding family, who work alongside a dedicated team of winemakers, Leeuwin exports to over 30 markets and is proud to be named amongst the great icon wines of the world and be firmly placed on the international stage.

Producer Story

Leeuwin Estate, one of the founding wineries in the Margaret River region of Western Australia, is a family producer with an international reputation for creating wines ranking alongside the world’s finest.

Leeuwin Estate consistently produces wines that rank with the world’s finest. Under the direction of two generations of the founding family, who work alongside a dedicated team of winemakers, Leeuwin exports to over 30 markets and is proud to be named amongst the great icon wines of the world and be firmly placed on the international stage.

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