⭐ 95 Points – James Halliday

Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 is a classic Margaret River Cabernet defined by purity of fruit, fine tannins and balanced structure.

Refined and composed, it delivers a seamless expression of Cabernet with elegance, freshness and excellent drinkability.

My Wine Man

This is for someone who enjoys Cabernet Sauvignon with balance rather than heaviness.

With 95 Halliday points, this sits firmly in the premium tier — offering structure, detail and quality without being overly intense or demanding.

In my view, this is one of the most reliable Margaret River Cabernets — polished, consistent and easy to enjoy.

What makes this wine stand out

This is all about clarity and finesse.

Blackcurrant, cassis and mulberry sit at the core, layered with bay leaf, cedar and subtle tobacco complexity.

The defining feature is the tannin profile — fine, silky and well-integrated, giving the wine shape and length while keeping it smooth and approachable.

It’s structured, but effortless.

Style / drinking window

Medium-bodied with blackcurrant, cassis, herb and savoury notes.

Fine tannins and fresh acidity provide balance, structure and length.

Drinking beautifully now, with potential to develop over the next 8–12 years.

Food Pairing

A polished Margaret River Cabernet like this is a natural partner for premium lamb. We love it with White Stripe Grass-Fed Lamb Rack from My Meat Man — the delicate fat, herb-friendly flavour and elegant texture of a frenched lamb rack are a perfect match for the wine’s cassis fruit, cedar and silky tannins. A pairing that feels effortlessly right.

Why this is a smart buy

If you want a premium Cabernet Sauvignon that delivers both quality and drinkability, this is a strong choice.

With 95 Halliday points, it offers elegance, balance and consistency — making it ideal for both everyday premium drinking and food pairing.

Looking for a different Cabernet style?

• Leeuwin Estate Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 → more structured / age-worthy
• Hay Shed Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 → richer / slightly more powerful
• Sons of Eden Pumpa Cabernet Sauvignon 2024 → easy / everyday

Life’s too short for bad wine.