Filius Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Originating from the Margaret River region on Australia's southwest coast, this Cabernet Sauvignon comes primarily from vineyards in the cooler sub-regions of Wilyabrup, Wallcliffe, and Carbunup. Influenced by the nearby Indian Ocean, this wine region benefits from a temperate maritime climate, conducive to slow and even ripening of the grapes. The well-draining soils, composed of gravel, sand, and clay, provide ideal conditions for expressing the finesse and structure typical of the great Cabernets of this region.

The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, and each batch is vinified separately. After destemming and crushing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with regular pump-overs to extract color, aromas, and tannins. Once alcoholic fermentation is complete, the wine is pressed and then transferred to barrels for malolactic fermentation and aging. The Filius Cabernet Sauvignon is then aged in French oak barrels for several months, with a moderate proportion of new oak, before final blending and bottling.

This wine reveals notes of blackcurrant , blackberry , and black cherry , complemented by floral touches reminiscent of violet. Spicy nuances of black pepper and clove mingle with a discreet oak character, with hints of cedar and dark chocolate. On the palate, the texture is structured yet supple, supported by fresh acidity, fine, ripe tannins, and a persistent finish that highlights the purity of the fruit and the elegance of the Cabernet.

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.