TASTING NOTES FOR Vasse Felix Filius Shiraz Margaret River Western Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with vibrant purple hues and a youthful ruby edge. Bright and inviting in the glass, reflecting the freshness and elegance of a cool-climate Margaret River Shiraz.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and beautifully perfumed, displaying aromas of blackberry, boysenberry and dark cherry, intertwined with violet, cracked black pepper and hints of cured meats. Subtle liquorice, earthy spice and restrained French oak add further complexity.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and finely balanced, offering vibrant flavours of blackberry, plum and boysenberry with layers of liquorice, white pepper and savoury spice. Whole-bunch fermentation and a small portion of carbonic maceration contribute freshness, complexity and silky texture, while bright natural acidity keeps the palate lively and refined.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and supple with fine, polished tannins and excellent natural balance. The finish is long, fresh and elegant, lingering with dark berry fruits, peppery spice and subtle savoury notes, framed by beautifully integrated French oak.

🍇 Overall Style
A contemporary Margaret River Shiraz that showcases elegance over power. Fresh, aromatic and beautifully structured, it captures the cooler-climate personality of southern Margaret River with vibrant fruit, savoury complexity and effortless drinkability.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast duck, chargrilled lamb cutlets, venison, grilled pork, mushroom risotto, slow-cooked beef cheeks and mature hard cheeses.

⭐ BBD Verdict
Vasse Felix Filius Shiraz 2024 is a stylish, modern Australian Shiraz that delivers purity, finesse and exceptional balance. Vibrant fruit, silky tannins and subtle savoury complexity make it an outstanding cool-climate expression that is equally enjoyable now or over the next five to seven years.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷