Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Mon Chevalier
Red wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.5
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Mon Chevalier is a premium wine crafted by one of Napa Valley's esteemed producers, Morlet Family Vineyards. This exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon hails from the prestigious Oakville AVA in Napa Valley, California. The vineyard is meticulously managed, with its unique gravelly soils and optimal sun exposure, resulting in highly concentrated grapes with rich flavors. The wine is carefully handcrafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including barrel aging in French oak. The Mon Chevalier showcases a bold and complex style, with intense dark fruit flavors, supple tannins, and a long, elegant finish. It is a true representation of Napa Valley's renowned Cabernet Sauvignon, sure to captivate wine connoisseurs with its depth, structure, and finesse.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Mon Chevalier is a lively and inviting wine, offering aromas of fresh blackberry, cassis, and violet, with subtle nuances of dark spice, mocha, and earthiness.On the palate, it is medium-bodied and well-structured, with a pleasant balance of ripe tannins and vibrant acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with lingering notes of dark fruit and spice. A wonderful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from the Alexander Valley, this wine is a great choice for pairing with robust meat dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2054
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Morlet Family Vineyards
Region: Sonoma
Sonoma County is a renowned wine region located in the northern part of California, USA. It is known for producing high-quality wines from a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. The region is home to over 400 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.