2000 Leeuwin Estate, Art Series Chardonnay, Margaret River, WA

"One of the greatest Chardonnays I have ever tasted from Australia, Leeuwin's 2000 Chardonnay Art Series. Possessing the texture, intensity, and precision of a great grand cru white Burgundy, it builds subtly in the mouth offering huge flavor intensity, yet managing to remain elegant as well as restrained, authoritatively rich, and intense. Notes of butter, oranges, honeysuckle, and pears are apparent, with the oak component kept well in the background. Tremendously intense and powerful, yet subtle, this young Chardonnay should drink well 5-6 years, possibly longer." 93/100 pts.(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - Oct 2003)
2004 International Wine Challenge Gold Medal