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Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet 2022 ⭐

$102.00

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cellar door at leeuwin estate winery, margaret river, western australia.

3 left in stock!

Title	Mixed Qty	Price
Bulk/tiered discount - sample	6 +	5% $96.90

$102.00

Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet 2022 ⭐

Bold | Smooth | Award-Winning

The Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon from Leeuwin Estate is one of Margaret River’s most highly regarded wines, consistently ranking among the best. The 2022 vintage is a powerful yet refined expression of Cabernet Sauvignon, delivering elegance, structure, and remarkable depth.

Why You Will Love It ❤️

🔹 Prestigious & Collectible – Featured in Langton’s Classification of Australia’s most sought-after wines.

🔹 Elegance & Power – A seamless balance of rich fruit, savoury complexity, and fine tannins.

🔹 Exceptional Ageing Potential – Built for long-term cellaring while offering immediate drinking pleasure.

🔹 Highly Acclaimed – Ray Jordan, Western Australian wine critic has rated it 97 points & Wine Companion 96 points.
“This is yet another release that shows the continual transformation of Leeuwin cabernets into now some of the very best in the region. It was a terrific year for producing fruit of exceptional varietal expression and intensity, and real balance. This is largely cabernet but again, a tiny percentage of malbec plays an important role. It’s had about 50% new French oak for nine months, and overall spends about 22 months in oak. It retains an elegance and poise, yet at the same time, it’s powerful and intense. Blackcurrant, a little leaf, a touch of oyster shell, and even a fragrant lift of violet on the nose. It’s seamlessly integrated with fine chalky tannins and fine oak. This is as good as any cabernet released yet from Leeuwin”

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Discounts & Delivery

Buy 6 or more wines of your choice and enjoy a 5% discount. Yes, it can be any mix of wines!
Based in Perth, we provide complimentary personal delivery for orders over $75 within the Perth area.
We also offer shipping across Australia, with freight costs calculated at checkout.
You can typically order more than the available stock of most wines, with excess going on backorder. However, for special vintage-dependent wines, you’re restricted to the current stock to ensure you receive the specific year’s vintage.
For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to us via email at info@partnersinwine.com.au.

Tasting Notes

🔹 Appearance: Deep ruby with a vibrant, youthful edge.

🔹 Aroma: Bold and lifted, featuring blackcurrant, dark cherry, and wild strawberry, interwoven with clove, cardamom, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite. Subtle notes of nori, iodine, and petrichor add a distinctive mineral complexity.

🔹 Palate: Structured yet refined, showcasing forest fruits, olive tapenade, and savoury spice. A fine graphite-like tannin profile underpins the wine, while fresh acidity ensures balance, elegance, and a long, sustained finish.

Serving & Cellaring Guidelines

🔹 Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Allow to breathe in a large-bowl glass or decant before serving.

🔹 Cellaring Potential: 15+ years – Built for longevity, with layers of complexity yet to unfold.

Food Pairing Suggestions

🔹 Slow-Braised Beef Cheeks – The richness of the dish complements the wine’s bold structure.

🔹 Lamb Rack with Rosemary & Garlic – Enhances the wine’s earthy, herbal character.

🔹 Charcuterie & Aged Hard Cheese – Brings out the wine’s fruit intensity and savoury depth.

🔹 Truffle Mushroom Risotto – A perfect match for the wine’s silky tannins and mineral backbone.

Awards & Reviews 🏆

🔹 Langton’s Classification of Australian Wine, 8th Edition
“Represents Australia’s most highly sought-after wines based on consumer demand, collectability, and auction value.”

🔹 96 Points – Jane Faulkner, Halliday Wine Companion
“One of the distinctive features of this wine is its savouriness—rolled tobacco, nori, iodine, and a whiff of leather, seamlessly integrated with cedar and oak. The core of excellent fruit, bright acidity, and supple tannins makes this a joy to drink.”

🔹 96 Points – Cassandra Charlick, Decanter
“Immediately captivating. The nose is vibrant and energetic, while the palate is effortlessly elegant and poised. Layers of wild strawberry, blackcurrant, Szechuan pepper, and cocoa powder add depth, supported by a savoury, saline minerality and fine-grained tannins.”

🔹 96 Points – Ray Jordan, WA Wine Review 2025
“Stylish and brilliant. Perfumed red and black fruits with a violet lift, complemented by a touch of bay leaf and seashell minerality. The palate is elegantly structured, with firm but refined tannins leading to a sustained, impressive finish.”

🔹 95 Points – James Suckling
“Wonderfully balanced, fresh, and perfumed, with a core of boysenberries, cedar, mocha, and spice. Finely integrated tannins and focused acidity add complexity and longevity.”

🔹 95 Points – Erin Larkin, Robert Parker Wine Advocate
“A beautiful wine to drink now, thanks to its silky, powdery tannins. While built to age, it is already tremendously pleasurable upon release.”

Additional Information ℹ️

🔹 Region: Margaret River, Western Australia
🔹 Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (98%) with a touch of Malbec (2%)
🔹 Alcohol: 13.5% ABV | 8.0 Standard Drinks
🔹 Closure: Screw Cap
🔹 Winemaking: Hand-harvested, matured in French oak barriques

Technical Terms Explained

🔹 Langton’s Classification – A prestigious ranking of Australia’s most collectible and highly sought-after wines.

🔹 Graphite Tannins – Fine-grained, structured tannins that provide a linear, refined mouthfeel.

🔹 Iodine & Saline Notes – Mineral characteristics that enhance the wine’s terroir-driven complexity.

🔹 Petrichor – The earthy scent of rain on dry soil, adding depth and savoury intrigue to the wine’s bouquet.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🔹 How does this compare to other Margaret River Cabernets?
The Art Series Cabernet stands out for its elegant structure, savoury complexity, and ageability, making it one of Margaret River’s top Cabernet Sauvignons.

🔹 Can this wine be enjoyed young?
Absolutely! While built for long-term cellaring, its silky tannins and bright acidity make it enjoyable right now with proper decanting.

🔹 What makes this vintage special?
The 2021 vintage has been hailed as one of the finest in recent years, delivering exceptional purity of fruit, finesse, and longevity.

🔹 What is the best way to store this wine for ageing?
Keep bottles stored horizontally in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature of 12–14°C to allow it to develop gracefully over the years.

Learn About Leeuwin Estate

Leeuwin Estate Winery is located in Margaret River and has a long-standing selection of producing premium wines. Family owned, Leeuwin Estate Winery is one of the five founding wineries of the now famous Margaret River district of Western Australia, is under the stewardship of three generations who work with a team of highly skilled winemakers to consistently produce wines ranking alongside the world’s finest.

With a stewardship spanning three generations, Leeuwin Estate Winery works alongside a team of highly skilled winemakers to consistently craft wines that rival the world’s finest. In 1972, the legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Robert Mondavi, identified the future site of the Leeuwin vineyard as ideal for premium wine production and provided early mentorship to Denis and Tricia Horgan in transforming their cattle farm into Leeuwin Estate. Marking its commercial debut in 1979, Leeuwin Estate Wines swiftly garnered international attention when Decanter Magazine bestowed its highest recommendation upon the 1981 “Art Series” Chardonnay.

Since then, the accolades have continued to pour in, with Leeuwin Estate Wines now exporting to 30 markets worldwide. Both Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay and Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon hold esteemed positions in the prestigious ‘Langtons Classification of Australian Wine 8th Edition,’ signifying Australia’s most sought-after wines based on consumer demand, collectability, and auction prices. Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon holds the esteemed title of ‘Classified,’ while Art Series Chardonnay holds the prestigious designation of ‘1st Classified,’ reserved for a select group of wines representing the pinnacle of Australian winemaking, competing on the global stage.

Leeuwin Estate Winery has been honoured in the US ‘Wine & Spirits’ Magazine’s Hall of Fame as ‘International Wineries of the Year,’ and with ratings as high as 98/100, Leeuwin Art Series Chardonnays have been featured among the “Top 100 Wines of the Year” by US ‘Wine Spectator’ on numerous occasions. Additionally, Leeuwin Estate’s Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon has been recognised as a UK ‘Decanter’ Magazine “Top 50 Wine of the Year” and a US ‘Wine & Spirits’ “Top 100 Wine of The Year.” Renowned Australian wine critic James Halliday consistently includes Leeuwin in his prestigious ‘Top 100 Australian Wineries’ list.

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Celebrating the harmonious blend of fine wine, food, and art, Leeuwin boasts an award-winning restaurant, cellar door, and art gallery, welcoming visitors from around the globe to indulge in an unparalleled experience.

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Margaret River Wine Region

Nestled in the southwestern corner of Australia, Margaret River is celebrated for its exceptional wines and stunning landscapes. This region has carved out a prominent place in the global wine industry, thanks to its unique terroir and commitment to quality. This exploration delves into the secrets behind Margaret River’s viticultural success, highlighting its standout wines, the influence of its climate, the award-winning wineries that define the area, and how these outstanding wines compare to others across Australia.

Signature Varietals

Margaret River is renowned for producing a diverse range of wines, each reflecting the region’s distinctive characteristics. Among the most celebrated are its robust Cabernet Sauvignons and elegant Chardonnays, alongside delightful blends of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The combination of the region’s Mediterranean climate, fertile soils, and refreshing ocean breezes creates an ideal environment for cultivating grapes of exceptional quality. This unique synergy allows winemakers to craft wines that not only express the terroir but also delight the palate with complexity and depth.

Climate: A Key to Success

The remarkable stability of Margaret River’s climate is a key factor in its winemaking excellence, setting it apart from the more extreme weather conditions found on Australia’s east coast. While the east coast grapples with the unpredictable fluctuations of La Niña and El Niño, which can lead to erratic weather patterns, Margaret River enjoys a temperate and consistent climate. This stability is crucial for producing wines with a distinct regional character year after year. With mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, grapes can ripen slowly, allowing for the development of complex flavours that define the region’s wines.

Oceanic Influences

The Indian and Southern Oceans play an essential role in moderating Margaret River’s climate, helping to regulate temperature extremes and providing a stable growing environment. This moderating influence ensures that grapes avoid the stress of rapid temperature changes, leading to more even ripening and higher quality fruit. As a result, the consistent climate contributes to the production of high-quality vintages that winemakers can reliably predict, enabling them to plan their practices effectively. In contrast to the east coast’s dramatic weather shifts, Margaret River’s stability offers a significant advantage, resulting in wines that showcase a distinctive and recognisable character.

Award-Winning Excellence

The award-winning reputation of Margaret River is extensive, highlighting the region’s commitment to excellence in winemaking. Notable wineries such as Fraser Gallop, Xanadu, Amelia Park, Domaine Naturaliste, Leeuwin Estate, Cullen, Pierro, and Moss Wood consistently garner accolades for their exceptional craftsmanship. These producers expertly blend innovation with traditional techniques, creating wines that regularly earn recognition on the international stage. Margaret River wines, particularly its Cabernet Sauvignons and Chardonnays, are often regarded as benchmarks for their varietals, setting high standards within the industry. The unique combination of climate, geography, and winemaking expertise gives these wines a distinctive edge, making them a top choice for both connoisseurs and casual wine lovers alike.

A Dominant Force in Wine

The success of Margaret River wines in international competitions further underscores the region’s winemaking excellence. Many award-winning wines across various categories originate from this part of Western Australia, reflecting the consistent quality and innovation within Margaret River’s winemaking community. The region’s ability to produce exceptional wines year after year cements its status as a dominant force in the Australian wine landscape.

Discover Margaret River Wines

If you’re looking to explore the exceptional offerings of this remarkable region, browse our extensive selection of the best Margaret River wines today! Discover the artistry and excellence that make these wines truly stand out on the global stage.

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