2024 Vasse Felix "Filius" Chardonnay Margaret River Western Australia

Even in warmer vintages, there’s still restraint with Vasse Felix wines. Filius has some fleshy stone fruit in the mix but also requisite citrus, ginger spice and some struck match. No new oak here, so this is a vibrant representation of fruit, although there’s a lick of lees and, thus, a savouriness throughout. Yup. Very appealing. (JF)

Fresh and beautifully balanced, this Chardonnay opens with aromas of lemon zest, white peach, and subtle almond, with a touch of flinty minerality. The palate is vibrant and precise, combining bright citrus and orchard fruit with a gentle creaminess and well-integrated oak. Margret River's natural freshness shines through, giving the wine lift and energy without sacrificing texture. A polished, modern Chardonnay that overdeliver, offering both approachability and classic structure.