{"product_id":"2023-howard-park-leston-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml","title":"2023 Howard Park Leston Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eFounded in 1986 by the Burch family, \u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eHoward Park\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Western Australia’s leading family-owned wineries, renowned for its meticulous single-vineyard expressions from Margaret River and the Great Southern. The \u003cem data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eLeston Vineyard\u003c\/em\u003e series showcases the individuality of the estate’s northern Margaret River site, combining concentration, structure, and regional finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eLeston Vineyard\u003c\/em\u003e, situated in Wilyabrup, lies on free-draining gravelly loam soils over clay — classic Cabernet country. The maritime climate provides warm days, cooling afternoon sea breezes, and an extended ripening period, producing Cabernet grapes of intensity, freshness, and fine tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eHand-harvested fruit was destemmed and fermented in small open tanks, with gentle extraction to preserve aromatics and structure. The wine matured for 18 months in fine-grained French oak (around 40% new) before blending and bottling at the estate. The result is a beautifully balanced, modern Margaret River Cabernet of purity and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Margaret River was mild and consistent, with slow, even ripening yielding fruit of exceptional brightness and aromatic precision. A standout year for Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines with power, definition, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eDeep crimson in colour, the 2023 \u003cem data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eLeston Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/em\u003e opens with aromas of blackcurrant, bay leaf, and graphite, layered with cedar and cocoa. The palate is finely structured and elegant, offering ripe cassis, plum, and savoury spice framed by polished tannins and vibrant acidity. A long, graceful finish confirms its pedigree and cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eRegion: Margaret River, Western Australia\u003cbr data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eSubregion: Wilyabrup\u003cbr data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eVariety: Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eVintage: 2023\u003cbr data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003eAlcohol: ~14%\u003cbr data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eMaturation: 18 months in French oak (approx. 40% new)\u003cbr data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003cbr data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2025–2040+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003eA Modern Margaret River Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003eThe 2023 \u003cem data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003eHoward Park Leston Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/em\u003e epitomises Margaret River sophistication — ripe yet restrained, structured yet silky. A benchmark single-vineyard Cabernet built for both early enjoyment and long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060230045931,"sku":"SK6902be3d96a47","price":46.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/2023_Howard_Park_Leston_Cabernet_Sauvignon_750ml.png?v=1763079460","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/2023-howard-park-leston-cabernet-sauvignon-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}