2023 Leeuwin Estate "Art Series" Chardonnay

The "Art Series" represents the pinnacle of Leeuwin Estate's winemaking. The name comes from the winery's tradition of commissioning contemporary Australian artists to create unique labels for each vintage. For the 2023 vintage, the label features the vibrant work of artist Mark Howstein.

Margaret River is celebrated for its maritime climate, which is ideal for producing Chardonnay with both power and natural acidity. The 2023 vintage is characterized by its incredible purity of fruit and structural elegance. It is fermented and aged in new French oak, but the exceptional fruit quality ensures the oak remains a supporting element rather than the dominant feature.

The Highlights

• Vintage: 2023

• Region/Appellation: Margaret River, Western Australia

• Producer: Leeuwin Estate

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay

• Style: Full-bodied, complex, and elegant White Wine.

• Tasting Profile: Concentrated aromas of white peach, Meyer lemon, and pear, layered with sophisticated notes of toasted hazelnuts, flinty minerality, and subtle saline undertones. The palate is precise, with a creamy texture balanced by vibrant, lime-like acidity.

• Perfect for (Food Pairing):

  • Premium Seafood: Grilled marron (local Western Australian crayfish), pan-seared scallops with lemon butter, or Atlantic salmon.

  • Poultry: Roast chicken with tarragon or a creamy truffle-infused chicken fricassee.

  • Vegetarian: Wild mushroom risotto or roasted butternut squash with sage.

  • Cheese: Aged Gruyère or a rich, triple-cream Brie.