{"product_id":"2017-leeuwin-estate-art-series-chardonnay","title":"2017 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points James Halliday — Among the Greatest Chardonnays on Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Australia's most respected wine critic awards 99 points and compares a wine to the greatest of Burgundy, you pay attention. The 2017 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay is not just a benchmark for Margaret River — it is a benchmark for the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Wine Man on Leeuwin Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeeuwin Estate is the jewel of Margaret River. Founded in 1974 on land identified by Robert Mondavi himself as having exceptional potential, the estate has spent five decades quietly building one of Australia's most storied legacies. The Art Series Chardonnay — sourced from a single, low-yielding block of Gingin clone vines — is their crown jewel, released only in the finest vintages. Winemaker Tim Lovett works with minimal intervention, allowing the vineyard's extraordinary terroir to speak without distraction. The result is a wine of rare precision, depth, and longevity that consistently outperforms wines costing three to four times the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrilliant pale gold in the glass with a luminous green edge. The nose is breathtaking — white peach, nectarine, and grapefruit zest layered over struck flint, toasted brioche, and a whisper of crème fraîche. On the palate, the wine is at once tightly wound and generously proportioned: citrus oil, stone fruit, and cashew cream build to a finish of extraordinary length and precision. The acidity is laser-sharp, the oak perfectly integrated, and the aftertaste lingers for what feels like minutes. \u003cstrong\u003e99 Points — James Halliday.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \u0026amp; Drinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull-bodied with impeccable structure and a fine, mineral-driven backbone. This is a Chardonnay built for the long haul — drinking beautifully now with 30–60 minutes of decanting, and with the pedigree to evolve magnificently through 2032 and beyond. Serve at 12–13°C in a large Burgundy bowl to fully open the aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe citrus intensity and Burgundy-rivalling depth of the 2017 Art Series make it an extraordinary match for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymeatman.com\/products\/canadian-frozen-wild-king-salmon-fillet?variant=61458685198706\"\u003eCanadian Frozen Wild King Salmon Fillet\u003c\/a\u003e from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymeatman.com\"\u003eMy Meat Man\u003c\/a\u003e. The wine's struck-flint minerality and stone fruit richness complement the salmon's luxurious, oily flesh beautifully — whether pan-seared with brown butter and tarragon, roasted with a lemon herb crust, or simply grilled over charcoal with a squeeze of yuzu. Also exceptional alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymeatman.com\/collections\/seafood\"\u003eseafood\u003c\/a\u003e bisque, butter-poached \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymeatman.com\/collections\/seafood\"\u003eseafood\u003c\/a\u003e, or a classic lobster thermidor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Is a Smart Buy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eHK$929\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2017 Leeuwin Art Series Chardonnay represents extraordinary value for a 99-point wine. Comparable Burgundy Grand Cru Chardonnays — Meursault Premier Cru, Puligny-Montrachet — routinely fetch HK$2,000–HK$5,000+ per bottle. This is your opportunity to drink at that level for a fraction of the price, from a vintage that James Halliday called \"seemingly impossible\" in its quality step-up. Cellaring potential only adds to the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a Different Style?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e- \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8047706701893\"\u003e2021 Grosset Piccadilly Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e — Cool-climate precision from the Adelaide Hills, tightly wound with citrus and white flower elegance.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8042701258821\"\u003e2023 Shaw and Smith M3 Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e — A benchmark Adelaide Hills Chardonnay; nectarine, cashew, and fine acidity in a more approachable style.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8047750611013\"\u003e2022 Simonnet Febvre Coteaux De L'Auxois Chardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e — Classic Burgundian restraint; mineral-driven, lean, and beautifully food-friendly at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/shopify-staged-uploads.storage.googleapis.com\/tmp\/69961941061\/files\/bb7303c8-4cbb-45f9-9ef2-9c4c0934c80f\/image.png\" alt=\"Life is too short to drink bad wine\" style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e","brand":"My Wine Man","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44497756061765,"sku":null,"price":929.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/6194\/1061\/files\/2017-leeuwin-estate-art-series-chardonnay.jpg?v=1779773511","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineman.com\/products\/2017-leeuwin-estate-art-series-chardonnay","provider":"My Wine Man","version":"1.0","type":"link"}