2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Organically and regeneratively farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. The typical harvest window is September–October. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Dark currant, black cherry, tobacco, scorched earth, truffle and spicy wood; medium- to full-bodied and layered, with ripe tannins.
Critics Ratings 94
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2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. The typical harvest window is September–October. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Red and black fruits, spicy oak, cigar and chocolate, with ripe round tannins; also black plum, blackberry, graphite, pencil lead, black-tea tannins and an herbal, spicy finish.
Critics Ratings 92
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. October is identified as the typical harvest period. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Blackcurrant jelly, plum, blackberry, menthol, violets and dark chocolate, with juicy fruit, fine-grained tannins and lively acidity; additional notes include spice, walnut and tobacco.
Critics Ratings 93
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. October is identified as the typical harvest period. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Ripe cherry, dried herbs and raspberry; medium- to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a clean finish.
Critics Ratings 93
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2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. October is identified as the typical harvest period. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Cassis, plum preserve, redcurrant, dark chocolate, spices and potpourri; full-bodied, rich and plush, with a long opulent finish. A complementary note adds wild cherry, tobacco and leafy herbs.
Critics Ratings 93
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2012 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 2–5 years after harvest; the stated aging arc is 15–20 years.
Region Oakville
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks and Darnajou French-oak puncheons
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types French oak
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Farmed by Morlet’s full-time, year-round team. October is identified as the typical harvest period. Grapes are manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand with Le Trieur. Fermentation uses punch-downs and Gyrobox. The wine is raised for 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving range is 61–64°F (16–18°C).
Tasting Notes Blackcurrant, candied red and black cherries, mocha, blond tobacco leaf, leather and toasted red pepper; youthful sweet tannins, richness, a suave character and approachability.
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