Art Series Riesling 2022

Tasting Notes

🔹 Appearance: Pale lemon with a bright, youthful clarity.

🔹 Aroma: Perfumed and lifted with citrus blossom, lime zest, and Granny Smith apple, complemented by hints of galangal, Kaffir lime leaf, and subtle earth-driven spices.

🔹 Palate: Vibrant and racy with a fine core of citrus fruits, particularly lemon and lime. A mineral-driven acidity cuts through, leading to an elegant, chalky finish with impressive length.

Serving & Cellaring Guidelines

🔹 Serving Temperature: 10°C – Serve chilled to highlight the crispness and freshness. If being stored in the fridge, leave out for 5 minutes before serving.

🔹 Cellaring Potential: 5–8 years – While this wine is delightful now, it will evolve and reveal additional complexity over time.

Food Pairing Suggestions

🔹 Grilled White Fish – The wine’s citrus acidity pairs beautifully with the delicate flavours of grilled fish.

🔹 Prawn Salad with Lime Dressing – Complements the wine’s zesty freshness and minerality.

🔹 Goat Cheese with Fresh Herbs – The wine’s acidity balances the richness of the cheese.

🔹 Asian-Inspired Dishes – Works well with dishes like sushi or Thai green curry.

Awards & Reviews 🏆

🔹 92 Points – James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion
“Fresh, vibrant and loaded with citrus intensity, this Riesling is a shining example of Margaret River’s ability to craft stunning whites.”

🔹 91 Points – Erin Larkin, Robert Parker Wine Advocate
“An incredibly fine expression of Riesling with an elegant structure and a mineral edge that makes it stand out.”

Additional Information ℹ️

🔹 Region: Margaret River, Western Australia

🔹 Variety: Riesling (100%)

🔹 Alcohol: 12.5% ABV | 7.5 Standard Drinks

🔹 Closure: Screw Cap

Technical Terms Explained

🔹 Galangal – A root spice similar to ginger, offering an aromatic, slightly citrusy note.

🔹 Kaffir Lime Leaf – An aromatic leaf used in Southeast Asian cuisine, providing a unique, citrusy fragrance.

🔹 Flinty Notes – A mineral aroma often found in cool-climate wines, adding complexity.

🔹 Natural Acidity – The inherent acidity of the wine, providing structure and freshness.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🔹 Is this Riesling sweet or dry?
This Riesling is dry, with a refreshing burst of citrus and a crisp, mineral finish.

🔹 How long can I age this wine?
While it’s enjoyable now, this Riesling has good ageing potential of 5–8 years, gaining complexity with time.

🔹 What makes this vintage special?
The 2022 vintage is particularly vibrant, with an excellent balance of citrus fruit and mineral structure, making it a standout release.

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.

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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