Leeuwin Estate Prelude Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a vibrant, approachable Margaret River red that punches well above its weight. Scoring 92 points from Decanter, it delivers vivid purple fruits, polished tannins, and fine acidity, all framed by subtle oak and savory complexity. Think of it as a drink-now window into the finesse of Leeuwin’s top-tier Art Series.

Decanter | D 92
Published: Jun 8, 2024
Drink: 2024-2036

Nose of blackberries and dusty spice, with smoky tea leaves, red fruit strap, red peppercorn, potpourri and pencil shavings. Fruit tannins are round and ripe. Intense purple fruit, violets, sugar plum, aniseed, graphite, gravel and a savoury, olive brine finish. Impressive persistence, polished tannins and fine acid provide pleasure and character. Leeuwin’s Prelude wines sit in a sweet spot in the portfolio, giving drinkers a glimpse of what the Art Series offers in a drink-now style and at a fraction of the price.
Alcohol: 13.50%
Body: Medium
Oak: Lightly Oaked
Grapes: 98% Cabernet Sauvignon 2% Malbec

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A fine and elegant entry leads to a combination of redcurrants, blueberries and dark cherries. The palate has energy and drive with salivating acid being the foundation. Cedar and cassia notes surround the deep core of fruit, finishing with dusty, graphite-like tannins.