98 Points
98 Points
97 Points
97 Points

Morlet Coeur De Vallee Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

SKU: MCCS201870 UCNZ

$560.00

Unit price: per

Founded in 2006 by Luc and Jodie Morlet, Morlet Family Vineyards is the culmination of Luc's five-generation winemaking heritage from Champagne, France. After honing his craft in renowned regions like Burgundy and Bordeaux, Luc brought his expertise to Napa Valley.

Crafted from the estate’s Oakville vineyard, just south of the renowned To Kalon, this 97% Cabernet Sauvignon blend with 3% Cabernet Franc showcases a rich tapestry of black raspberries, crème de cassis, rose petals, and truffles.

International On Demand - La Place de Bordeaux Pre-Arrival Offer - Estimated dispatch from June 2026 onwards.

Critic Scores

98 // Decanter

"Such a delicious wine from Luc Morlet, the first vintage to use entirely estate-grown fruit. Caramel, toasted edges, fragrant and highly scented, perfumed with toasted edges. Strawberries, ripe and fragrant. Liquorice, graphite and blueberries, the nose is really quite compelling. Subtle and so seductive in a quiet way. Really gentle and lightly footed. There's concentration and complexity but this has lost its baby fat and any pent up power and has started to relax and give lots of enjoyment. Long but not too much, it’s graceful and effortless. The texture is incredible - a touch of crispness, flesh and grip with some warming spice and heat towards the finish too. Leave to air and enjoy. Starting to really hit its stride but will continue to age beautifully. It’s fiery but delivered so excellently. A gourmet wine, have with food and a cold winter’s night. - Georgina Hindle"

98 // The Drinks Business

"(Oakville, Napa Valley; 97% Cabernet Sauvignon; 3% Cabernet Franc; 15.5% alcohol; aged 16 months in French oak, 85% of which was new; tasted in person with Luc Morley at the CVBG press tasting; essentially the last part of the Oakville Valley to be planted though historically vines had been grown there; a terroir of gravel on a very fine-grained loamy subsoil, the alluvial deposits washed down from the Kalon Creek; picked four rows at a time with a team of 8 at night; naturally fermented in 600-litre French oak puncheons; unfined and unfiltered; 2007 was the first vintage here). Beautifully crystalline with that lovely ‘Morlet’ hint of cordite and struck match, also flint on flint! Sparky! Black cherry. Blueberry. Black raspberry. Cassis. Goji berry. A hint of Kirsch. Beeswax. A suggestion of tobacco leaf. Bay leaf too. There’s a lovely classical cedar note too. Pink rose petals. A little lily of the valley. Saffron. Dark chocolate-coated violets. Walnut oil. And that’s just the aromatics! This is incredibly spherical at the core. Dense and compact but not excessively so. It’s reminiscent of the 2020, if perhaps a little cooler at the core and it gives the impression of having a little less alcohol (though we’re still at 15.5%). Pencil shavings reinforce the sense of classicism h(more...)"

97 // The Wine Advocate

"The first vintage to come entirely from Morlet's own vineyard, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Coeur de Vallee features loads of mixed red and blue fruit. A blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc, it's full-bodied and plush yet nicely balanced and bright, with fine freshness and verve, framed by soft tannins. Perhaps it's a touch less concentrated than some other vintages, but it's absolutely charming and delicious. - Joe Czerwinski"

97 // Jane Anson

"Bitter black chocolate, powerful, concentrated, red pepper spices, tapenade, red liquorice, baking spice, cassis. Always an extremely impressive wine that has real uplift and power, and a ton of Napa generosity. Mature and ready to drink, but will easily hold for another decade or more. 100% new oak in 600l casks. Unfiltered and unfined. Harvest October 11 to 18, from a season that allowed for long, slow ripening. Daughter Clare Morlet is now joining the estate, fresh from her masters in science and business and has been working with them for past 12 months. Released in the States previously, this is the first release in Europe. - Jane Anson"

Product Details

Red

2018

Cabernet Sauvignon

Morlet Family Vineyards

Napa County, California, USA

15 Plus Years

Cork

15.5%

750ml (Bottle)

Pre-Order

Organic

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Thursday, June 25, 2026

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Description

Morlet Coeur De Vallee Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 represents a distinguished expression of Napa Valley’s Oakville terroir, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of Morlet Family Vineyards. Established in 2006 by Luc and Jodie Morlet, the winery combines Luc’s deep-rooted five-generation winemaking legacy from Champagne, France, with his extensive experience in Burgundy and Bordeaux, resulting in a wine that balances tradition with innovation.

Produced from the estate’s Oakville vineyard, located just south of the famed To Kalon Vineyard, this 2018 vintage is a meticulous blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc. The wine captivates the senses with complex aromas and flavors of ripe black raspberries, rich crème de cassis, delicate rose petals, and subtle earthy notes of truffles. These layers are harmonized by a refined structure, silky tannins, and a persistent finish that reflects the wine’s exceptional depth and elegance.

The 2018 vintage in Oakville benefited from ideal growing conditions characterized by a warm, dry season that enabled the grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while maintaining vibrant freshness and balanced acidity. This climatic advantage contributes to a wine that is both powerful and nuanced, embodying the hallmark traits of Oakville’s renowned terroir. Known for producing some of Napa Valley’s most age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons, Oakville imparts a distinctive character that is evident in this wine’s complexity and longevity.

Offered as part of the International On Demand - La Place de Bordeaux Pre-Arrival program, the Morlet Coeur De Vallee Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is anticipated to be dispatched from June 2026. This makes it an exceptional acquisition for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon crafted with French winemaking finesse.

Experience the artistry and heritage of Morlet Family Vineyards in every bottle, where terroir and tradition unite to create a wine of remarkable quality and sophistication.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Morlet Coeur De Vallee Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 represents a distinguished expression of Napa Valley’s Oakville terroir, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of Morlet Family Vineyards. Established in 2006 by Luc and Jodie Morlet, the winery combines Luc’s deep-rooted five-generation winemaking legacy from Champagne, France, with his extensive experience in Burgundy and Bordeaux, resulting in a wine that balances tradition with innovation.

Produced from the estate’s Oakville vineyard, located just south of the famed To Kalon Vineyard, this 2018 vintage is a meticulous blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc. The wine captivates the senses with complex aromas and flavors of ripe black raspberries, rich crème de cassis, delicate rose petals, and subtle earthy notes of truffles. These layers are harmonized by a refined structure, silky tannins, and a persistent finish that reflects the wine’s exceptional depth and elegance.

The 2018 vintage in Oakville benefited from ideal growing conditions characterized by a warm, dry season that enabled the grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while maintaining vibrant freshness and balanced acidity. This climatic advantage contributes to a wine that is both powerful and nuanced, embodying the hallmark traits of Oakville’s renowned terroir. Known for producing some of Napa Valley’s most age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignons, Oakville imparts a distinctive character that is evident in this wine’s complexity and longevity.

Offered as part of the International On Demand - La Place de Bordeaux Pre-Arrival program, the Morlet Coeur De Vallee Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is anticipated to be dispatched from June 2026. This makes it an exceptional acquisition for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon crafted with French winemaking finesse.

Experience the artistry and heritage of Morlet Family Vineyards in every bottle, where terroir and tradition unite to create a wine of remarkable quality and sophistication.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

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