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2012

Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc Force de la Nature

Tasted 12 November 2020 Napa Valley · Oakville

Somewhat similar to my experience with this wine from 2.5 years ago (June 2, 2018), though perhaps more relaxed and accessible at this juncture in terms of front-end approachability. Earth, spice, and violets flank the…

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2 June 2018 Compared/served directly next to a 2008 and a 2012 Morlet Coeur de Vallee. This Force de la Nature had some notable precision (especially when… 23 September 2015 On the nose, somewhat muted aromas of ripe, wild berries and alcohol. On the palate, initial notes of raspberry liqueur, blueberry, boysenberry,…
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2016

Morlet Family Vineyards Chardonnay Coup de Coeur

California · Sonoma County

I've written quite a bit on this wine over the years. I mean, if you want quintessential domestic Chardonnay with all the quality marshmallowy lemon curd citrus peachy honey cream notes you could…

Reviewed 27 June 2022
2014

Morlet Family Vineyards La Proportion Dorée

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

The Sémillon component shows strong from this bottle, with a more serious tone and structure flanking the bruised yellow citrus and olive oil flavors. Kiwi and passion fruit notes bring freshness and…

Reviewed 27 September 2021
2015

Morlet Family Vineyards Chardonnay Coup de Coeur

California · Sonoma County

This was best on PnP and served relatively cold. Juicy, luscious, plush, succulent, and all the words that make you want to take a dip in the ocean at midnight in Bora Bora when it's still 100…

Reviewed 22 September 2021
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