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Vasse Felix

Vasse Felix

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Blackcurrant Jam, Dusty Rosemary, Soft Creaminess, and Powdery Tannins

Experience the modern elegance of Margaret River with Vasse Felix's "Filius". Translating to "son of," this Cabernet-Merlot blend is crafted as an accessible, bright sibling to the estate's premier red. Fermented with wild yeasts and aged gently in older French oak, it emphasizes fresh fruit over heavy extraction. Expect a deliciously creamy core of blackcurrant and raspberry, nuanced by dusty rosemary and a powdery, bone-dry finish.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Bodied, Soft & Creamy ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Powdery, Fine & Approachable ●●●●●
Acidity Bright, Fresh & Juicy ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (10-12 months in older French barriques) ●●●●●

Highlights

  • Blend: A classic Margaret River marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, crafted as an approachable, "earlier-drinking" sibling to Vasse Felix's premier red.
  • Terroir: Sourced from Vasse Felix's sustainably farmed estates in Western Australia's maritime-influenced Margaret River region, known for its ancient gravelly loam soils.
  • Winemaking: Vinified utilizing 100% whole berries and fermented exclusively with wild yeasts. This gentle approach preserves the delicate aromatics and vibrant primary fruit.
  • Elevage: Matured for 10 to 12 months in French oak barriques (using 1 to 7-year-old barrels). This imparts a creamy texture without masking the wine with heavy, new-oak flavors.
  • Vintage Profile: The 2021 vintage yielded a beautifully translucent, medium-weighted wine defined by its elegant floral aromatics, supple mid-palate, and powdery tannins.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a translucent dark ruby, this elegant blend opens with an inviting perfume of blackcurrant jam and raspberry pip, layered with subtle hints of forest tree bark. The aromatics evolve in the glass to reveal a fascinating, savory edge, showcasing notes of fresh focaccia, sundried tomatoes, dusty rosemary, and hot wet stone. On the palate, it is deliciously soft and creamy, offering bright fruit expression and a comfortable medium weight. The wine concludes with a fragrant, powdery, and refreshingly dry finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly cool at 60-64°F (16-18°C) in a standard Bordeaux glass to focus its savory and fruity aromatics.
  • Decanting: No decanting necessary; this wine is built for immediate, accessible enjoyment. Pair beautifully with a rustic Margherita pizza, grilled lamb chops, or a rich, earthy mushroom risotto.

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