2005 Art Series Chardonnay
The “Art Series” represents Leeuwin’s most opulent & ageworthy wines from each vintage. They are identified with paintings commissioned from leading contemporary Australian artists.

Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 14.5%
Cellaring Potential: 15 years
Artwork: Virginia Cuppaidge, entitled 'Flutter

Winery tasting note
The colour is brilliant green straw.

The fresh nose is classic Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay, with intensely lifted aromas of ripe yellow pear skins, the petals of citrus blossom, nectarine and ripe peach accompanied by hints of fig and cashews from barrel maturation on yeast lees with integrated charry French oak. These flavours combine into a finely balanced bouquet; the result of very low yielding vines matched with subtle wine making to preserve the richness of the fruit.

The palate displays the mouth filling and intense flavours of fresh ripe pears which is full bodied and incredibly rich intermingling with delicious stone fruit flavours and nectarine. The middle palate shows richness from both the fruit and the lees stirring, with a lingering fresh citrus finish. The new French oak complements the fruit providing a wonderful balance of warm toasty flavours on the finish.

The structure of this wine highlights the power of a typical multi-layered Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay with an underlying elegance.

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