A Textured Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc from Leeuwin Estate

My Wine Man on Leeuwin Estate

Leeuwin Estate is one of Margaret River’s founding wineries, with the Art Series at the pinnacle of its range. This Sauvignon Blanc offers another perspective on the estate alongside its Chardonnay and Cabernet: expressive varietal fruit meets the texture and detail that make a wine rewarding at the table.

In the 2025, the attraction is not simply a rush of tropical flavour. Passionfruit, feijoa and lime are balanced by sugar snaps, basil and fine, chalk-like acidity, while lees-derived texture gives the palate an extra dimension. For us, it is that combination of brightness and substance that makes this more than an aperitif white.

Tasting Notes

A wave of passionfruit, feijoa, gooseberry and Tahitian lime brings vivid tropical and citrus character. Sugar snaps and fresh herbs, particularly basil, add a green, savoury counterpoint. The palate is juicy and tangy, with fine, chalk-like acidity giving definition to the fruit. A subtle layer of lees-derived texture bolsters the palate, bringing the varietal flavours and finer details together without losing freshness.

Style & Drinking Window

A dry, light- to medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc with tangy fruit, herbal lift and supple lees texture rather than tannic weight. Our suggested drinking window is 2026–2028, enjoying its tropical fruit and herbal freshness in the near term. Serve at around 8–10°C, allowing it to warm slightly in the glass to reveal its texture. No lengthy decant is needed.

Food Pairing

The Tahitian lime, fresh basil and chalky freshness of the 2025 Leeuwin Estate Art Series Sauvignon Blanc make it an inviting match for salmon from My Meat Man. The wine’s lime and gooseberry flavours bring a tangy contrast to the fish’s rich, silky texture, while its herbal notes complement a light basil dressing and its lees-derived texture gives the pairing balance, whether gently pan-seared, oven-baked with herbs, or lightly grilled. Keep sauces fresh and restrained so the tropical fruit and finer acidity remain clear.

Why This Is a Smart Buy

At HK$219, this offers a Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc with both immediate flavour and dinner-table versatility. Passionfruit and lime give it an expressive fruit profile, while basil, chalk-like acidity and lees texture add detail beyond straightforward refreshment. Choose it when you want a bright, juicy white with enough texture to accompany a meal.

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