Leeuwin Estate History
After an extensive search in 1972 for the most suitable premium viticultural area in Australia, Robert Mondavi singled out the future site of Leeuwin Estate. At the time a cattle farm, Leeuwin Estate evolved under the direction of owners Denis and Tricia Horgan, with Mondavi acting as consultant and mentor.
Leeuwin Estate was thrust into the international spotlight when Decanter magazine awarded their highest recommendation to the 1980 Art Series Chardonnay. The Estate has since performed with stellar consistency and is now under the direction of the second generation. It continues to be recognized as one of Australia’s leading wine producers and wine tourism pioneers.