Vasse Felix "Tom Cullity" Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec

Visionary. Iconic. The soul of Margaret River.
Tom Cullity is the crown jewel of Vasse Felix — a wine that honours the man who founded the estate and, in doing so, helped shape the destiny of Margaret River as one of the world’s great fine wine regions. First produced in 2001, this Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend represents the pinnacle of vineyard selection, winemaking precision, and age-worthy ambition. It is not simply a flagship; it is a legacy in liquid form.

Crafted only in exceptional vintages, Tom Cullity is sourced from the estate’s finest vineyard parcels. Cabernet Sauvignon forms the structural backbone, supported by a refined proportion of Malbec to add perfume, texture, and depth. The fruit is hand-harvested, berry-sorted, and vinified with meticulous attention before extended maturation in carefully selected French oak barriques. Every step is guided by patience and precision, building a wine of architecture and longevity.

In the glass, it reveals a deep, commanding garnet hue. The aromatics unfold slowly and with authority: cassis and blackcurrant lead, followed by layers of dark plum, graphite, cedar, violets, and a subtle savoury lift of bay leaf and tobacco. There is an immediacy of intensity, yet nothing feels overworked. It is controlled power — Margaret River at its most articulate.

The palate is structured and profound. Concentrated black fruit sits within a frame of impeccably fine tannins, supported by vibrant natural acidity that gives energy and length. The oak is seamlessly woven, adding polish rather than dominance. As the wine evolves in the glass, tertiary nuances begin to emerge — hints of cocoa, dried herbs, and mineral undertones — suggesting the decades of graceful ageing that lie ahead.

For serious collectors and connoisseurs in Ireland, Tom Cullity is a benchmark Cabernet blend that stands confidently among the world’s great wines. It is a bottle for landmark occasions, for cellars built with intention, and for moments when only something truly exceptional will suffice. It speaks not just of craftsmanship, but of vision — the foresight of a pioneer and the refinement of a world-class estate.

Why we love it:
Tom Cullity is power refined into elegance. Intense cassis, graphite precision, and flawlessly integrated oak create a wine of stature and longevity. A collector’s Cabernet blend with global pedigree.