Premier Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Located in the Margaret River region of Western Australia, the Vasse Felix winery benefits from a temperate maritime climate, cooled by the nearby Indian Ocean. The Cabernet Sauvignon vines are primarily planted on well-drained hillsides with gravel and clay soils, renowned for producing concentrated and structured wines. This mosaic of plots, spread across the Wilyabrup vineyards and neighboring areas, allows for the blending of grapes that offer the ripeness, freshness, and complexity that define the style of this pioneering Margaret River estate.

The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, sorted, and destemmed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with regular pump-overs for precise extraction of aromas and tannins. Malolactic fermentation is carried out before extended aging in oak barrels, including a significant proportion of new oak, to refine the structure, add aromatic complexity, and harmoniously integrate the oak into the fruity character and texture of the wine.

This wine reveals notes of ripe blackcurrant , blackberry , and black cherry , supported by floral touches of violet and dried rose petals . Spicy nuances of pepper and clove mingle with subtle oak reminiscent of cedar and blond tobacco . The palate is structured, supported by fine yet firm tannins, well-integrated acidity, and a full texture, with a long, flavorful finish that gradually reveals spice and oak.

Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multigenerational winemaking families, and a deep-rooted knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to this a thirst for exploration and innovation, a fearless attitude, and a diverse portfolio of 65 wine regions across a wide range of climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine nation. Australia burst onto the export scene in the 1980s and has since been offering the world vibrant, fruity, and exceptionally good-value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, the history of Australian wine was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache, and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diverse range of high-quality Australian wines and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is concentrated primarily along the southern coastline where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions, each centered around major cities: Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne, and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the world's largest wine producers and was the fourth-largest exporter in 2011. This recent development has made Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines throughout the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines, which are defined by their terroir.