The 2020 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series from Margaret River, Western Australia is a white wine that exudes elegance and power. With a pale lemon yellow color, this Chardonnay immediately captivates the senses. The nose is filled with enticing aromas of white nectarine, sea spray, roast hazelnut, and crushed sage. It is a symphony of scents that invite you to delve deeper into the wine's complexities.
On the palate, the 2020 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series truly shines. It possesses a remarkable intensity and power that demands attention. The fruit ripeness is perfectly balanced by a saline minerality, a touch of struck flint, and layers upon layers of delicate oak spices. Each sip reveals new facets of brilliance, keeping you engaged until the never-ending finish.
Renowned wine critic The Real Review awarded this Chardonnay an impressive score of 97. They described it as a wine that harmonizes line, length, and drive, resulting in a truly exceptional experience. Another esteemed publication, Wine Front, also gave it a score of 97, praising its seamless blend of elegance and power. They noted flavors of peach, cedarwood, white flower, ginger, and custard-like characters, all rolled into one. The length and off-hand confidence of this wine were highlighted as particularly outstanding.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the 2020 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series an exceptional score of 98. They highlighted the power and density of this vintage, comparing it to the highly regarded 2018 vintage. The wine displays salted pear, white peach, nectarine, red apple skins, preserved citrus, and crushed shell flavors. With staggering length and consistent winemaking techniques, this Chardonnay is truly a super wine.
The 2020 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series is a true testament to the quality and excellence of Margaret River wines. It is a wine that demands attention and promises a memorable experience for any wine enthusiast.