2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 85% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 5–10 years after harvest; stated arc of aging is 30+ years.
Classification Vineyard designated
Region Oakville
Soil Cole soil series; loamy topsoil over silt-loamy subsoils containing 40–60% gravel
Harvest Dates September 2023
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 farming team. Grapes were manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand using Le Trieur. Fermentation involved punch-downs and Gyrobox; maturation lasted 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving is 61–64°F (16–18°C), with one hour of decanting.
Tasting Notes Jeb Dunnuck described darker currants, leafy tobacco, chocolate, violets and floral notes, with medium-to-full body, ultra-fine tannins and a seamless, multidimensional style.
Critics Ratings 100
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2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 85% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 5–10 years after harvest; stated arc of aging is 30+ years.
Classification Vineyard designated
Region Oakville
Soil Cole soil series; loamy topsoil over silt-loamy subsoils containing 40–60% gravel
Harvest Dates September 2022
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 sustainably farmed by Morlet's full-time, year-round farming team. Grapes were manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand using Le Trieur. Fermentation involved punch-downs and Gyrobox; maturation lasted 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving is 61–64°F (16–18°C), with one hour of decanting.
Tasting Notes Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW described dried cherries, redcurrant preserves, rose oil, garrigue, iron ore and pencil shavings, with bright energy, fine-grained tannins and a long, fragrant finish.
Critics Ratings 97
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 85% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 5–10 years after harvest; stated arc of aging is 30+ years.
Classification Vineyard designated
Region Oakville
Soil Cole soil series; loamy topsoil over silt-loamy subsoils containing 40–60% gravel
Harvest Dates October 2021
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 sustainably farmed by Morlet's full-time, year-round farming team. Grapes were manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand using Le Trieur. Fermentation involved punch-downs and Gyrobox; maturation lasted 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving is 61–64°F (16–18°C), with one hour of decanting.
Tasting Notes Jonathan Cristaldi described the wine as refined and elegant, with firm, taut yet plump tannins, impressive length and long-term cellaring potential.
Critics Ratings 99
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2020 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 85% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Drinking Window Ideal cellaring is 5–10 years after harvest; stated arc of aging is 30+ years.
Classification Vineyard designated
Region Oakville
Soil Cole soil series; loamy topsoil over silt-loamy subsoils containing 40–60% gravel
Harvest Dates September 2020
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 sustainably farmed by Morlet's full-time, year-round farming team. Grapes were manually night-picked into small lugs, transported by refrigerated truck, and sorted cluster-by-cluster and berry-by-berry by hand using Le Trieur. Fermentation involved punch-downs and Gyrobox; maturation lasted 16 months in French-oak barrels from selected artisan coopers. Recommended serving is 61–64°F (16–18°C), with one hour of decanting.
Tasting Notes Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW described wild blueberries, redcurrant jelly, rose oil, pencil shavings and tilled soil, with medium-to-full body, tension, firm fine-grained tannins and a long perfumed finish.
Critics Ratings 97
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