The blockbuster 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon Art Series (86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Petit Verdot, and 3% Malbec) exhibits a Chateau Margaux-like precision. There is terrific purity, finesse, and length as well as medium to full body and intensely layered flavors nicely buttressed by acidity and tannin. As the wine sits in the glass, aromas of cedar, licorice, blackberries, and currants emerge. This sensational Australian red requires 2-3 years of cellaring; it should age for two decades. -Wine Advoca...

Rating: 94/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 155 on Oct-04

Rating: 86/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 01/01/03

Rating for Australia-Western Australia: 89 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: drink now<br/>