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Vasse Felix

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon

Australia, Margaret River

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Vasse Felix, one of the oldest and most respected wineries in Margaret River, Western Australia. The wine is made from grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, which benefit from the region's maritime climate and ancient soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best fruit, gentle handling, and aging in French oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and structure. The resulting wine is a classic expression of Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon, with rich blackcurrant and dark chocolate flavors, firm tannins, and a long, elegant finish. It is a wine that showcases the unique terroir of Margaret River and the skill of the winemaker.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust, full-bodied red wine that exhibits ripe blackberry and cassis flavors backed by firm tannins.The palate is juicy and intense, with notes of cedar, spice and tobacco, which lead to a long, lingering finish. This is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon that pairs well with grilled meats and roasted vegetables.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2060

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Vasse Felix

Region: Margaret River

Nestled in the south-west corner of Australia, Margaret River is a wine region of distinction. With its unique combination of geography, climate and soil, it is home to the finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay in Australia. The Margaret River wine region was first established in 1967, when Dr. Tom Cullity planted the first vines in the area. Since then, the region has grown to become one of the most important wine regions in Australia, producing some of the country's most sought-after wines.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Review