Morlet Family Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Critical Acclaim: 95 pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate; 93 pts James Suckling. 

Winemaker Tasting Notes: Dark and deep with a hue of deep bright ruby red. Intense and complex bouquet of red cherry and blackberry intermixed with notes of minerals (graphite, wet river rocks), licorice, fresh blond tobacco and a hint of fresh blackcurrant. Full bodied, the palate is reminiscent of the nose, with a richly tannic yet round frame and with an outstanding finesse. The tannins from both bench and foothill locations create a harmonious ensemble, leading to a long, seamless and elegant finish. Built to age for decades, this collectible wine will open up after a few years of cellaring and is particularly representative of this special side of St. Helena. Morlet Estate features the interaction of the loamy, well drained and rocky volcanic soil, the typical sunny mountain climate and the low-interventionistic Morlet winemaking approach.

 "The five cuvées of Bordeaux varietals in 2014 include the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Morlet Estate, which is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from his vineyard in St. Helena. This wine exhibits loads of chocolate, crème de cassis, pain grillé and camphor in a full-bodied, Pauillac-inspired style. It is rich, with silky tannins and a long finish. Drink it over the next 20-25 years."- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. 

"A very refined and pretty red with plums, berries and hints of cinnamon with some incense. Turns to mushrooms. Medium to full body and polished tannins. Lovely finish."- James Suckling. 

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon.