COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Shiraz, Viognier, Malbec
PRODUCER
Leeuwin Estate
REGION
Western Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Leeuwin Art Series Shiraz 2022 is a red wine from Leeuwin Estate in Margaret River, Western Australia. It is primarily Shiraz, with small additions of Viognier and Malbec. The wine's inspiration draws from Northern Rh么ne styles, utilizing various French oak formats for subtlety. Leeuwin Estate, established in 1972, is a family-owned winery recognized for its Art Series range and commitment to site-expression. The 2022 vintage benefited from a warm, extended ripening period with mild, sunny weather, contributing to ripe tannins and deep flavors.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18掳C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by Northern Rh么ne winemaking.
Fact 02
Features a small percentage of Viognier and Malbec.
Fact 03
Aged for eighteen months in French oak.
Fact 04
Family-owned since 1972.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Leeuwin Art Series Shiraz 2022 involved a harvest conducted over the first three weeks of April. Twenty percent whole bunch fermentation was employed, with fermentation taking place in both open and closed fermenters. Whole bunches were added to enhance vibrancy. The wine was subsequently matured for eighteen months in various formats of French oak. Malolactic fermentation occurred in barrels, followed by an additional twelve months of maturation after blending.
