2023 Leeuwin Estate Margaret River 'Prelude' Chardonnay.
Margaret River is part of the dress circle for modern Aussie wineries. And Leeuwin Estate producing the iconic Art Series label is near the head of the table. This entry level bottling of theirs would make most wineries grande marque label. Wow.
A dusting of baking spice, nougat. An intense note at the core of some dairy and creamed corn. Feintest hint of sweetness, vanilla and caramel highlights then a crisp and crunchy acidity clears up driving through energetically 95/100.
~ 27,000 sats
