Leeuwin Estate Art Series Shiraz 2022 (750ml)
Overview
As one of Margaret River’s founding wineries, Leeuwin Estate’s flagship "Art Series" represents the absolute pinnacle of Australian winemaking. Renowned worldwide for cellar-worthy balance, finesse, and expressive terroir, each vintage features unique artwork on the label. The 2022 Art Series Shiraz delivers hallmark Margaret River spice, fragrant florals, and immaculate fruit purity, structured by fine-grained oak and silky tannins.
Critical Acclaim
96 Points — Ken Gargett (WinePilot): Praised for its exceptional aromatic intensity, seamless palate structure, and brilliant balance between dark fruit and exotic spice.
95 Points — Erin Larkin (Robert Parker Wine Advocate): Recognized for its vibrant floral lifted aromatics, peppery drive, and elegant, fine-boned texture.
95 Points — Ray Jordan (Business News): Highlighted as a standout release showing classic Margaret River mid-weight power, pristine fruit expression, and long aging potential.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Lifted notes of crushed dark plum, ripe blueberry, and violet floral perfume, layered with cracked black pepper, star anise, and subtle cocoa.
Palate: Medium-to-full-bodied with lush dark fruit intensity. Silky, fine-grained tannins frame a core of ripe blackberry, clove, and subtle toasted oak vanilla.
Finish: Long, balanced, and refined, leaving persistent trails of dark berries, savory spice, and graphite-like minerality.
Key Highlights
Iconic Australian Collector's Line: Benchmark Margaret River Shiraz from Leeuwin Estate’s premier Art Series range.
Triple High-Point Acclaim: Rated 96/95/95 points by leading international and Australian wine critics.
Cellar or Drink Now: Exceptionally approachable in its youth with the balance to age gracefully for 10–15 years.
Ultra-Exclusive Collective Allocation: Unlock iconic Margaret River quality for RM145/bottle upon reaching a 6-bottle collective goal (RSP RM185 — save RM240 per case). Strictly capped at a total deal allocation of 18 bottles only.