The 2021 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay is a multi-clonal wine: Davis 1, 5, Dijon (95, 96, 76), which is distinct from the Art Series Chardonnay, which is Gingin clone solely. The vineyard sources vary as well as the winemaking practice, allowing the winemaking team to try different processes and vessels in order to tease out different characters and textures. You get almond meal, preserved citrus and graphite. It's complex texturally yet still tight and linear. It's very good—both fresh and satisfying, with lightness and density at once. Flavorsome, lithe and long. Of the designated Prelude batches, 40% to 50% are left unsulfured and stirred twice a week. "Freshness and acidity are the corridor, and we build texture and complexity around that," says Chief Winemaker Tim Lovett. To put the complexity of the Chardonnay program at Leeuwin into context: in 2022, 32 parcels of Chardonnay came into the winery (from the estate and Peppy Park vineyards) waiting to be designated to either Art Series or Prelude; the parcels are then broken down further into batches to trial coopers, winemaking, etc.

Offers citrus, pear and pineapple at the core and pretty details of spice, toasted hazelnut and dried floral on the finish, where the flavors gain momentum and a touch of grated ginger lingers. Drink now. 800 cases imported.??–MW??Region: Australia / Western Australia / Margaret River Select to Add

Lemon meringue and green apple flavors are mouthwatering in this version, with cedar and spice notes that gain momentum on the finish. Drink now. 800 cases imported.??–MW??Region: Australia / Western Australia / Margaret River Select to Add

There is good concentration to the Asian pear, green apple, pomelo and citrus flavors of this white, with piercing acidity and equally keen focus. Appealing for the freshness and transparency, and long, lingering finish, with a thread of minerality. Drink now through 2030. 800 cases imported.??–MW??Region: Australia / Western Australia / Margaret River Select to Add

The 2018 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay is a multi-clonal blend that spent nine months in oak (30% to 40% new). Hints of caramel accent pineapple and white peach notes in this medium to full-bodied wine, while the plush, ripe, tropical fruit finishes with admirable length.