The 2020 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Shiraz is a remarkable wine that showcases the unique terroir of Margaret River, Australia. This wine offers a deep, dark ruby colour. The wine is aged for 17 months in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barrels, adding notes of vanilla, chocolate, and spice, which perfectly complement the fruit flavours. The tannins are firm and well-structured, providing a long and lingering finish with a subtle minerality that adds a touch of elegance. Overall, the 2020 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Shiraz is a stunning wine that perfectly balances power and finesse and is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.
Beautiful vibrant primary fruit characters here. Smooth, integrated and seamless. There is a juicy character but it's quite tight and controlled with a precise and detailed finish. Shiraz has gone through a remarkable reincarnation after being pulled out in 1980 in favour of sauvignon blanc. Thankfully it's now part of a renewed focus. This one is spicy and highly perfumed with a vibrant high energy palate. Lovely primary fruit flavours well supported with excellent large format oak influence.
Aromas of pitted cherries, grilled herbs, overturned earth and whole nutmeg. Medium- to full-bodied with structured, sturdy tannins. Fresh acidity lifts up the savory fruit and sweet spice. Very good intensity and depth here. A bit of chew at the finish. Best after 2023. Screw cap.