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Vasse Felix

Vasse Felix

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Pure Black Fruit, Violets, Creamy Texture, and Finely Tuned Tannins

Discover the serious yet highly accessible side of Margaret River with Vasse Felix's "Filius" Cabernet Sauvignon. Sourced from inland vineyards for a slightly more continental profile, the 2023 vintage bursts with pristine black fruit, crushed stones, and delicate violets. Medium-bodied and brilliantly creamy, it balances generous, finely tuned tannins with elegant cedar spice. It is a delicious, early-drinking classic that captures the region's exceptional fruit purity.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Bodied, Creamy & Pure ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone Dry ●●●●●
Tannins Finely Tuned & Generous ●●●●●
Acidity Bright, Fresh & Mineral-Driven ●●●●●
Oak Subtle & Integrated (French oak barriques) ●●●●●

Critical Recognition

James Suckling 94 pts
  • 94 Points - James Suckling: Abundant black-fruit aromas supported by spices, cedar, crushed stones and violets. The medium-bodied palate has a creamy texture and finely tuned, generous tannins with so much purity of fruit. Grown further away from the ocean with a more continental feel. Delicious and early-drinking yet serious. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

Highlights

  • Varietal: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted to highlight the bright, modern, and accessible side of Margaret River.
  • Terroir: Sourced from Vasse Felix's sustainably farmed estates located further inland from the coast. This positioning provides a slightly more "continental" microclimate, which encourages deep, pure fruit expression and serious structural development.
  • Winemaking: Fermented with wild yeasts to preserve the pristine primary fruit and delicate floral aromatics without over-extracting heavy tannins.
  • Elevage: Matured in French oak to soften the tannins and weave in complex notes of cedar and spice, contributing to the wine's remarkably creamy mid-palate texture.
  • Vintage Profile: The 2023 vintage delivered a wine of exceptional purity, managing to be highly delicious and early-drinking while retaining a deeply serious, age-worthy backbone. Bottled under screw cap for ultimate freshness.

Tasting Notes

Pouring a deep, vibrant ruby, this Cabernet opens with an expressive, highly aromatic bouquet. Abundant black-fruit aromas are seamlessly supported by elegant notes of cedar, warm spices, crushed stones, and lifted violet florals. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and striking in its fruit purity, offering a remarkably creamy texture that coats the mouth. Generous, finely tuned tannins provide a serious architectural backbone, driving the pristine dark fruit toward a long, elegant, and mineral-laced finish.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve slightly cool at 60-64°F (16-18°C) in a standard Bordeaux glass to focus its vibrant fruit and cedar aromatics.
  • Decanting: A brief 30-minute decant will help the generous tannins relax. Perfect for immediate enjoyment alongside grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, or hard mature cheeses, though it has the structural integrity to hold gracefully in the cellar.

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