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Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 Wine Review

Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Margaret River, Australia

Community Score:94/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $68.00

Drink: 2015-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Leeuwin Estate

Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 713099
  • $69.00 
  • Check Stock

Reviews and Ratings

Andrew Bernardo rated this wine as 96/100 with the following review:

It’s hard to imagine better Cab from Australia and more specifically the Margaret River. It’s loaded with ripe black currant, plum skin, cherry compote, spice, cedar, dried mint, tobacco, and a hint of liquorice. 96 Points.
David Skinner rated this wine as 95/100 with the following review:

Dark ruby and a pink rim. Black currant and black cherry are significant contributors to the pleasing aromas. Oak brings plenty to the party. Anise, cocoa and cloves with a hint of forest floor round out the complex nose. Full bodied and round full tannins are in harmony with ideal acidity levels. The flavours echo the aromas and black currant gets a boost from savory characteristics like sage and tobacco. A very long finish with dusty tannins and fruit each playing their part.

I'd love this to accompany pan-seared venison with rosemary and dried cherries.
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 92/100 with the following review:

A Cab Sauv from Margaret River, W Australia with fragrant cassis, raspberry and ripe blackberry aromatics. The luscious, layered palate gives cassis, ripe strawberries, slight spice, cocoa and herbal elements of sage and tobacco, with a refined finish. Will age well, 15-20 years. Excellent Father's Day gift for a Cab lover.
Tasted May 2016

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