Vasse Felix Filius Cabernet Merlot
$2799each
$335DOZEN
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit CabernetSauv Malbec
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
Each $27.99
$335.00
Available in cartons of six
The great structural elements of Cabernet Sauvignon are embraced with the dark fruit of Malbec, a collation of superior harvests from the northern parts of Margaret River, the pick of elite blocks, whence optimal ripeness is assured with each and every vintage. The weighty structure and determinedly drying tannins of Cabernet are mellowed by the softness of Malbec, bringing the whole assemblage forward, making Filius, ripe and ready for those anxious aspirants who adore the Margaret River style but are unable to await the distance.
Parcels are separately crushed into fermenters, Cabernet Sauvignon is treated to a term of maceration for development of fine structural tannins and optimal extraction of black currant fruit characters. The balance is is cold soaked and pressed early off skins to preserve soft luscious mouthfeel. Batches are handled to a traditional oxidative regimen, aimed at softening the palate and rounding out tannins, while infusing perfume richness and introducing layers of complexity. Upon completion of primary ferments and a course of malolactic, components are matured for a year in a selection of the finest, mostly well seasoned French oak barriques.
TASTING NOTES
Bright red brick maroon. Deep, savoury Cabernet nose of blackcurrants and dark cherry, damp earth and cedar, the spiced complexity of Malbec. Luscious and juicy upfront, dark berry fruits are complemented by the savouryness of beef and dried woody herbs, a wonderful length of flavour as the palate transitions to a fine, textural and dusty drying finish in classical Cabernet style.
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Vasse Felix Blanc
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Fruit Semillon SauvBlanc
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $36.99
  $443.00
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Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon
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Fruit CabernetSauv Malbec PetitVerdot Merlot
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $51.99
  $623.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Cane Cut Semillon 375ml
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Fruit Semillon
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $28.99
  $347.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Chardonnay
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Fruit Chardonnay
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $40.99
  $491.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Classic Dry Red
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Fruit
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $22.99
  $275.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Classic Dry White
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Fruit SauvBlanc Semillon
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $22.99
  $275.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Filius Cabernet Merlot
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit CabernetSauv Malbec
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $27.99
  $335.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Filius Cabernet Sauvignon
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Fruit Cabernet Sauvignon
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $27.99
  $335.00
Available in cases of 6
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Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit Chardonnay
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $27.99
  $335.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Filius Semillon Sauvignon
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit SauvBlanc Semillon
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $27.99
  $335.00
Available by the dozen
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Vasse Felix Filius Shiraz
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit Shiraz
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $27.99
  $335.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Heytesbury Chardonnay
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Fruit Chardonnay
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $102.99
  $1235.00
Available in cases of 6
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Vasse Felix Shiraz
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Fruit Shiraz Malbec
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $35.99
  $431.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Syrah
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Fruit Shiraz
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $39.99
  $479.00
Available in cartons of six
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Vasse Felix Tom Cullity Cabernet Malbec
WineryVasse Felix
Fruit CabernetSauv Malbec PetitVerdot
Regions Margaret River
  Western Australia
  Each $225.99
  $2711.00
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About Vasse Felix Winery
Planted by Dr Tom Cullity in 1967, Vasse Felix was the first vineyard and winery to be established in the Margaret River region
Situated in the sub-region of Willyabrup, Vasse Felix is now owned and operated by the Holmes a Court family. Visitors to the winery are welcomed by a unique underground cellar, a spectacular restaurant overlooking the original 1967 plantings and an exquisite art gallery, making Vasse Felix one of the great drawcards of the region. Margaret River enjoys perfect conditions for viticulture. It's Mediterranean climate features mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers - ideal for the growth of high quality fruit. By comparison with Bordeaux, Margaret River enjoys less rain during a longer, drier moderate growing and ripening period. In 1965 Dr John S Gladstones emphasised the region's suitability on his report "The Climate and Soils of Southern WA in relation to Vine Growing". Two years later Dr Tom Cullity planted his Vasse Felix vines. Vasse Felix»