2022 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Shiraz

96 pts
Sweet-fruited and spicy Margaret River Shiraz, an exceptional wine that looks underpriced next to its Art Series siblings.

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Description

Always an exceptional expression of Margaret River Shiraz, allowing it to perform to its highest level.

Tense, energetic, beautifully medium-bodied and deftly concentrated. Red and blue fruits, lifted choc/ coffee notes then some Rhoney spiced meat flavours roll through the palate.

The overall feel is one of extreme quality - this is luxury Shiraz drinking without excessive weight or alcohol.

96 points
“A superb Margaret River Shiraz. The best in the region?”
- Ken Gargett, (WinePilot.com)

95 points
“The 2022 Art Series Shiraz is excellent... The tannins and the fruit are as one: the wine isn't encased by tannin, as so many are, rather, it IS tannin, in that the tannin exudes from its very core, like rays of sunshine. Good! Sealed under screw cap.”
- Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)
95 points
"Pepper and spice and all things nice in wine that continues to evolve as it explores new possibilities... There is an incredible intensity and vibrancy here showing great length.”
- Ray Jordan (Business News)

96 points - “Shiraz dominant, there is a dollop of both Viognier and Malbec (3% of each), in this stunning Margaret River Shiraz. 20% whole bunch and a total of eighteen months maturation in various formats of French oak. Deep magenta hue. Quite the savoury style, we have notes of licorice, animal skins, dry herbs, blackcurrants, cloves and a hint of graphite. Beautifully structured, this is seamless and seductive. There is a line of fine acidity, all leading to quite a complex style. Such exemplary balance here with excellent length. Enjoy over the next ten to fifteen years. A superb Margaret River Shiraz. The best in the region?” - Ken Gargett, (WinePilot.com)

95 points - “The 2022 Art Series Shiraz is excellent. It is lush and persistent, with a sapid mid-palate and layers of spice and textural complexity. Very good. It remains bloody and mineral, characterized by savory tannins, pink peppercorns, nori, gravel and dried herbs, with pomegranate molasses, redcurrant and a hint of goji berry to boot. The tannins and the fruit are as one: the wine isn't encased by tannin, as so many are, rather, it IS tannin, in that the tannin exudes from its very core, like rays of sunshine. Good! Sealed under screw cap.” - Erin Larkin (The Wine Advocate)


95 points - “Pepper and spice and all things nice in wine that continues to evolve as it explores new possibilities. It’s medium bodied with a mix of red and blue fruits. Inspired by the wines of the Northern Rhone and the use of different oaks of different formats, which contribute to the subtlety and poise on the palate. An elegant wine with fune bony tannins and tremendous length. A touch of sage, spice and pepper with darker blueberry and plummy fruit. There is an incredible intensity and vibrancy here showing great length.” - Ray Jordan (Business News)

Bright, elegant, and fragrant, the nose has heightened floral notes of violets, lavender, cardamom and pepper medley. The core of fruit is in the line of black cherries and blueberries. Clove, cinnamon, burnt toffee and petrichor provide delicate complex.


Gentle textures, woven layers and bright acidity meet seamlessly. Dense Satsuma plums, redcurrants and raspberries surround the mid palate. Elements of smoked cedar and cracked coffee bean combine with a mineral thread, leading to long structural tannins.

Price Bracket $41 to $50
Type Red
Body Full Bodied
Variety Shiraz
Country Australia
Region Margaret River
Australian State WA
Feature High Score
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Reviewed By The Wine Advocate
Wine Pilot
Critic Score 96
95
Size 750ml
Vintage 2022
Closure Screw Cap

Leeuwin Estate

What was once a humble cattle farm in Margaret River has now become one of the most iconic wine producing estates in Australia.

A special site identified by iconic Napa Valley winemaker, Robert Mondavi in 1972, Denis and Tricia Horgan took his advise and planted vineyards with the dream of becoming a world-class producer of premium wine.

Leeuwin Estate's first commercial release was in 1979. Now family owned for two generations, theirs is one of the brightest stars in Australian wine. Their iconic Art Series range is now one of the most collectable in the country.

They are celebrated around the world as one of the finest producers of Chardonnay in particular to be found anywhere on the planet.

The Horgan family - Margaret River, WA

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