The Margaret River region of Australia has long been Al’s favorite source for sophisticated, scaled down Aussie bottles. In some respects, it’s the anti-Australia, as seen in the wines of Leeuwin Estate
Price key: $=less than $20 $$= $20-40 $$$=$40-60 $$$$=above $60
Quality key: * = decent wine ** = very good wine *** = superb wine ****= elite
VALUE = exceptional quality for the money
WINE OF THE WEEK
Leeuwin Estate Shiraz “Artist Series” Margaret River **1/2 $$
(This wine explains the Margaret River’s restrained, refined approach to the Aussie classic)
Leeuwin Estate Caberbet Sauvignon, “Prelude Vineyard”, Margaret River ’21 **1/2 $$
(Like most wines from this region, it is perfectly scaled down, retaining quality)
Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay “Prelude Vineyard”, Margaret River **1/2 $$
(Unique aromas and flavors, clean and sharp with sweet Meyer Lemon fruit)
All of these wines can be purchased at Wells Discount Liquors.
