Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

"Deep ruby-red. Red- and blackcurrant, blood orange and licorice on the nose. Rich but youthfully taut, with deep, incisive red fruit flavors that are slow to unwind. Becomes more perfumed with air and picks up notes of cracked pepper and nutmeg. Finishes with nervy cut and silky, harmonious tannins. This promising wine still needs a little bottle age. "

92 Points

International Wine Cellar

"This has the exotic purple fruit scent of acai, showing its cabernet sauvignon credentials in layers of fresh herbs. It's built as a refined claret, cool in tone, neither thick nor sweet. The balance makes it approachable now, and intriquing to pair with venison, kangaroo or other lean, gamey meats. The discretion and weight of the wine suggest it will age with grace."

92 Points

Wine & Spirits

"Firm, focused and full of character, offering mineral-accented plum and currant flavors on an aristocratic frame, finishing with fine tannins. Best from 2012 through 2016."

90 Points

Wine Spectator

"The purple-colored 2006 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon spent 22 months in 50% new French oak. It sports an attractive nose of wood smoke, pencil lead, violets, black currant, and blackberry. Tangy and vibrant on the palate with underlying structure, this savory, complex Cabernet will continue to open for another 3-4 years and provide pleasure through 2020. "

90 Points

The Wine Advocate