TASTING NOTES FOR Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon Margaret River 2019

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with garnet hues. Concentrated and vibrant, showing both power and refinement in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly perfumed and complex. Blackcurrant, cassis and dark cherry lead, layered with violet and subtle floral lift.
Savoury notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, bay leaf and graphite intertwine with hints of cocoa, spice and forest floor, creating classic Margaret River character.

👅 Palate
Elegant yet structured. A core of currants and dark cherries drives the palate, supported by fine acidity and precise balance.
There is a seamless integration of fruit, savoury elements and oak, delivering clarity, depth and poise.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and finely structured.
Graphite-like tannins provide shape and persistence, leading to a long, composed finish with lingering dark fruit, cedar and savoury complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark Margaret River Cabernet—medium to full-bodied, refined and age-worthy.
Combines purity of fruit with savoury complexity and mineral drive, with excellent cellaring potential (10–20+ years).

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast beef, lamb, venison or slow-braised dishes. Also excellent with aged cheddar or hard cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously classy, benchmark Cabernet that delivers elegance, structure and pedigree.
Perfect for premium mixed dozens—this is a flagship red offering classic Margaret River character with long-term cellaring appeal.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷