Leeuwin Estate - Art Series - Chardonnay

98 point - The Wine Advocate
98 point - The Wine Advocate
Leeuwin Estate - Art Series - Chardonnay - 2020 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Leeuwin Estate - Art Series - Chardonnay

98 point - The Wine Advocate
98 point - The Wine Advocate
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The 2020 vintage in Margaret River was moderate to warm and will be forever remembered for the incredibly compacted harvest period, which started two weeks earlier than the 2019 harvest before it and was all wrapped up by Easter—that's largely unheard of. The 2020 Art Series Chardonnay leads with power and density, not unlike the 2018 before it. Tight and green in the glass, you get salted pear, white peach, nectarine, red apple skins, preserved citrus and crushed shell. The wine has minerality and tension within the confines of the opulent fruit. Staggering length, as usual. The winemaking remains relatively consistent across the years: hand-picked fruit from Block 20 and 22 (planted in 1976 and 1978, respectively). Thirty percent of the cuvée was whole bunch pressed to 100% new Burgundian oak, while the balance was destemmed, crushed and pressed to 100% new Bordelais oak. Sulfured post-ferment in order to discourage malolactic fermentation, both components remain in barrel for 11 months. Super wine.
The 2019 Art Series Chardonnay is rich and savory but pure and saline too. There is white peach, red apples, curry leaf and brine. The way the flavor moves across the palate is testament to the phenolics that course through the wine; it’s all at a perfect intersect of fruit power, tannin and perfectly judged acidity. The flavor stains the palate and lingers in an unravelling spool of thread in the mouth long after the wine has gone. A stupendously good wine.

Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay is a premium Australian wine known for its elegant taste profile. This Chardonnay offers a rich and creamy texture with notes of ripe stone fruits, citrus, and subtle oak undertones. The aroma is inviting, with hints of tropical fruits and a touch of vanilla. What sets this wine apart is its perfect balance of acidity and minerality, resulting in a smooth and lingering finish.

Perfect for special occasions and celebrations, Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay pairs beautifully with seafood dishes like grilled prawns, lobster, or creamy pasta with scallops. It also complements poultry dishes such as roasted chicken or turkey. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply unwinding after a long day, this Chardonnay is sure to elevate your experience with its exceptional quality and taste.

Type:
Hvid
Land:
Australien
Region:
Vestaustralien
Appellation:
Margaret River
Producer:
Leeuwin Estate
Druer/Blanding:
Chardonnay
Serveringstemperatur:
12° - 14° C
ABV:
13.5%
Parringsforslag:
Chicken, Pasta Dishes, Grilled Vegetables, Shellfish, Lobster, Crab

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Vestaustralien

Western Australia is a vast and diverse region that produces a range of high-quality wines. The region is known for its warm climate, which is ideal for growing grapes that are rich in flavour and character. The wines...

Western Australia er en stor og mangfoldig region, der producerer en række vine af høj kvalitet. Regionen er kendt for sit varme klima, som er ideelt til dyrkning af druer, der er rige på smag og karakter. De vine, der produceres i Western Australia, er typisk fyldige og komplekse med stor vægt på frugtsmag.

Regionen har en lang historie med vinfremstilling, der går tilbage til begyndelsen af 1800-tallet, da de første vinstokke blev plantet i Swan Valley. I dag er Western Australia hjemsted for en række verdenskendte vingårde, herunder Leeuwin Estate, Vasse Felix og Cullen Wines.

Produktionsstilen i Western Australia varierer afhængigt af vingården og den druesort, der bruges. Men mange vingårde i regionen fokuserer på bæredygtige og økologiske dyrkningsmetoder, som er med til at producere vine, der både er miljøvenlige og af højeste kvalitet.

De vintyper, der produceres i Western Australia, er forskellige, med særlig vægt på Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay og Shiraz. Andre populære sorter omfatter Merlot, Pinot Noir og Sauvignon Blanc. Ud over vin er regionen også kendt for sin produktion af førsteklasses spiritus, herunder gin og whisky.

Overordnet set er Western Australia en region, der er rig på historie og producerer nogle af de fineste vine og spiritus i verden. Uanset om du er vinkender eller bare nyder en god drink, er der noget for enhver smag i denne smukke og mangfoldige region.

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