Leeuwin Estate is a renowned winery in the Margaret River region of Western Australia, famous for producing premium quality wines. The Leeuwin Artist Series Riesling is part of their Artist Series range, which features wines that showcase unique and expressive characteristics.
The Leeuwin Artist Series Riesling is made from 100% Riesling grapes, which are sourced from the winery's oldest vines, planted in the late 1970s. The grapes are carefully handpicked and then gently pressed to extract the juice, which is then fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve the natural fruit flavors.
The resulting wine is a pale straw color with green tinges and a lively bouquet of citrus and floral aromas. On the palate, the wine is dry and refreshing, with bright acidity and flavors of lime, lemon, and green apple. The finish is crisp and lingering, leaving a pleasant minerality on the tongue.
The Leeuwin Artist Series Riesling is a versatile wine that pairs well with a range of foods, including seafood, salads, and spicy Asian dishes. It is also a great wine to enjoy on its own, as an aperitif or with friends on a warm summer day.
Overall, the Leeuwin Artist Series Riesling is an exceptional wine that showcases the winery's commitment to quality and attention to detail. It is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.
Tasting Notes:
Incredibly vibrant and expressive on the nose with layers of lemon flesh, lime juice, apples and grapefruit at the forefront. Elevated and lifted notes of lemon myrtle, sweet jasmine, kaffir lime leaf, coriander seed and sea spray promote the purity and clarity. Lively and concentrated palate with focus and finesse. Cut lime and lemon zest meet with minerality and a tightly oiled acid structure.