TASTING NOTES FOR Vasse Felix Filius Cabernet Merlot Margaret River Western Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Deep plum with vibrant purple hues. Bright and youthful in the glass, displaying excellent colour intensity and the hallmark elegance of Margaret River Cabernet blends.

👃 Aromas
Elegant and perfumed, revealing fragrant raspberry, redcurrant and wild berry aromas complemented by delicate rose florals. Complex notes of sandalwood, polished cedar, bay leaf, sweet cinnamon and subtle earthy nuances create a beautifully layered bouquet.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully composed, delivering vibrant flavours of redcurrant, raspberry and black cherry with a fine thread of cassis. The Merlot contributes plushness and generosity, while Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and freshness. Fine, dusty tannins and bright natural acidity carry the wine through to a long, savoury finish.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and refined with polished tannins and impressive balance. The finish is persistent and elegant, lingering with wild berries, savoury herbs, cedar spice and a subtle mineral note that is distinctly Margaret River.

🍇 Overall Style
A sophisticated Margaret River Cabernet Merlot that balances vibrant fruit with savoury complexity and finesse. Elegant rather than heavy, it captures the region’s trademark refinement and offers immediate enjoyment while rewarding short to medium-term cellaring.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, chargrilled eye fillet, duck breast, mushroom risotto, beef Wellington, slow-cooked beef cheeks and mature cheddar or Comté cheese.

⭐ BBD Verdict
Vasse Felix Filius Cabernet Merlot 2024 is a beautifully crafted Margaret River blend that showcases purity, elegance and exceptional balance. Bright red and black fruits, silky tannins and savoury complexity make this an outstanding value premium red that drinks superbly now and will continue to evolve gracefully over the next five to eight years.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷