Leeuwin Estate

• November 2009

  Being in Australia, I will recommend you a couple of Australian wines; 1) ... River Chardonnay - Brands; Leeuwin Estate or Brookland Valley, these wines are from a 'cool climate' and have a hint of butter and they generally use French Oak. In all the brands above you will find... Read moreBeing in Australia, I will recommend you a couple of Australian wines; 1) ... River Chardonnay - Brands; Leeuwin Estate or Brookland Valley, these wines are from a 'cool climate' and have a hint of butter and they generally use French Oak. In all the brands above you will find budget wines ($15) to Premium ($80+)... I recommend that you go for a wine of around $25-30... Being more specific... WHITE - Leeuwin Estate Prelude Chardonnay ($25) RED - Tamar Ridge Kayena Vineyard ($35). You won't be disappointed!    (hide)

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  November 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Siblings Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006

  Snoothrank: Starting at $16^.89

  This is a fantastic wine, all those flavours literally explode in your mouth... all kinds of citrus (Lime, Orange, Lemon, etc) with the righ balance of acidity and crisp which make your palate dance. A very long finish... it cries out for some oysters dressed with a Thai light... Read moreThis is a fantastic wine, all those flavours literally explode in your mouth... all kinds of citrus (Lime, Orange, Lemon, etc) with the righ balance of acidity and crisp which make your palate dance. A very long finish... it cries out for some oysters dressed with a Thai light marinade... 93pts    (hide)

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• October 2009

  Thanks for the welcome guys. Philip, unless you have been to these fair shores, ... Aust article, but in my view Leeuwin Estate, Devil's Lair, Cape Mentelle (who also own Cloudy Bay in Marlborough NZ, noted for a pretty smart New World Sauvignon Blanc), Cullen, Vasse Felix and Moss... Read moreThanks for the welcome guys. Philip, unless you have been to these fair shores, ... Aust article, but in my view Leeuwin Estate, Devil's Lair, Cape Mentelle (who also own Cloudy Bay in Marlborough NZ, noted for a pretty smart New World Sauvignon Blanc), Cullen, Vasse Felix and Moss Wood. many others are up and coming. A point for further discussion perhaps. The French have long built their reputation on focussing on the premium wine grape from each area (pinot in Burgundy, cabernets in Bordeaux, etc). While you can go too far down this road I find it disappointing in Australia the trend for winemakers to try to produce as many styles as they can to the detriment of quality of the wine from the grape types that don't necessarily suit the area. I presume this is a commercial decision to be able to present a full lineup of varieties and styles to the consumer or cellar outlet. The big guys get away with it by sourcing fruit from elsewhere, which tends to water down the regional experience when doing a cellar tasting tour of a region. The NSW wine industry (20% of Oz total production) has looked at this to some degree by having each wine region announce an "iconic" variety upon which they hang their respective hats. Is there the same trend elsewhere? Must go. I'm off to a wine and food festival in the big city. PS: Is there a spellcheck capability here? The aucrcacy of my tpiyng lveaes a lot to be deiresd    (hide)

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  October 2009

  Leeuwin Siblings Shiraz Margaret River 2004

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  This is bright and fruity on the nose with notes of blueberry and black currant lifted by subtle notes of smoke and spice. In the mouth it's fairly soft and resolved with a deep, round, smooth core of fruit but lacks a bit of complexity and detail. The finish is decidedly fun and... Read moreThis is bright and fruity on the nose with notes of blueberry and black currant lifted by subtle notes of smoke and spice. In the mouth it's fairly soft and resolved with a deep, round, smooth core of fruit but lacks a bit of complexity and detail. The finish is decidedly fun and fruity yet the wine shows good balance and is ultimately a restrained style of fruit bomb. 87pts    (hide)

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  October 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Siblings Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2006

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  The nose here was very complex with a deep, pith quality to the citrus fruit tones that were underlayed with classic notes of grass, jalapeno and gooseberry. In the mouth this starts out focused and rather crisp before filling out across the midplate with quince, grapefruit and... Read moreThe nose here was very complex with a deep, pith quality to the citrus fruit tones that were underlayed with classic notes of grass, jalapeno and gooseberry. In the mouth this starts out focused and rather crisp before filling out across the midplate with quince, grapefruit and passionfruit tones that lead to a tactile, almost slightly tannic finish with good mineral cut and fine, sneaky length. this has just lovely balance, complexity and mouthfeel and is a bargain at this price. 92pts    (hide)

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  October 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Shiraz Art Series 2007

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  The "Art Series" represents Leeuwin's most opulent and age-worthy wines. This Shiraz possesses an amazing intensity of dark fruits with a bouquet of fresh cracked pepper, sweet ripe blackberry, plums and mulberries. You'll taste hints of chocolate and dusty oak on the finish. The... Read moreThe "Art Series" represents Leeuwin's most opulent and age-worthy wines. This Shiraz possesses an amazing intensity of dark fruits with a bouquet of fresh cracked pepper, sweet ripe blackberry, plums and mulberries. You'll taste hints of chocolate and dusty oak on the finish. The fine tannins hold the flavors in your mouth long after drinking. Pair with grilled lamb to enjoy the complementary flavors of this excellent wine.    (hide)

  Wine review by David Kohl

  
  
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  August 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Prelude 2006

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  August 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series 2005

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  August 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay 2001

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  June 2009

  Leeuwin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Art Series 2004

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  This wine is possibly one of the best wines that I have ever enjoyed. From two minutes after opening this, it was amazing! Caught vanilla right off the bat with a "little" hint of oak, but becuase this wine is so well made, it works just fine. I also got a smokey taste, almost... Read moreThis wine is possibly one of the best wines that I have ever enjoyed. From two minutes after opening this, it was amazing! Caught vanilla right off the bat with a "little" hint of oak, but becuase this wine is so well made, it works just fine. I also got a smokey taste, almost like liquid smoke. This was very smooth and creamy and I loved it.    (hide)

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