{"product_id":"morlet-family-vineyards-ciur-de-vallee-cabernet-sauvignon-2014","title":"Morlet Family Vineyards Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon 2014","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMorlet Family Vineyards, established by Luc and Jodie Morlet in St. Helena, Napa Valley, is renowned for producing handcrafted wines that blend Old World traditions with New World innovation. Luc Morlet, a fifth-generation winemaker from France, brings his family’s legacy to California, focusing on vineyard-designated wines that express the unique terroirs of Napa Valley and Sonoma County. The estate emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and classical winemaking techniques to create wines of elegance and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eLuc Morlet, the proprietor and winemaker, hails from a lineage of French vintners and has honed his craft through experiences in both France and California. His approach marries traditional Bordeaux methods with California’s diverse terroirs, resulting in wines that are both expressive and refined. Luc’s dedication to quality and terroir-driven winemaking is evident in each bottle produced at Morlet Family Vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2014 Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon originates from the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, situated in the Oakville appellation of Napa Valley. This vineyard is renowned for its well-draining, gravelly loam soils and optimal sun exposure, contributing to the development of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes with exceptional concentration and complexity. The vineyard’s microclimate, characterized by warm days and cool nights, allows for extended ripening periods, enhancing the grapes’ aromatic profiles and structural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes for the Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon are hand-harvested at night to preserve freshness, then meticulously sorted cluster by cluster and berry by berry. Fermentation occurs using native yeasts in stainless steel tanks and French oak puncheons, with manual punch-downs to extract color and flavor. The wine is aged for 16 months in French oak barrels from select artisan coopers and is bottled unfined and unfiltered to maintain its integrity and expression of terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2014 Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon displays a deep purple hue and offers an intense and complex bouquet of red, black, and blue berries intermixed with notes of cassis, Quesch plum, blond tobacco, and a hint of black pepper. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a creamy texture, richness, and a powerful mid-palate. The silky tannins and complex aromas create a harmonious ensemble, leading to a very long and smooth finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Cabernet Sauvignon pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, including grilled or roasted red meats, game, and mature cheeses. Its robust structure and complex flavor profile complement the richness of these dishes, while its tannic backbone provides balance. Additionally, the wine’s depth and elegance make it a suitable companion for hearty stews and savory mushroom-based dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTo fully appreciate its nuances, serve the 2014 Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon slightly below room temperature, at 61–64°F (16–18°C). Decanting for one hour prior to serving can enhance its aromatic complexity and allow the wine to open up gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhile approachable now, the 2014 Cœur de Vallée Cabernet Sauvignon possesses the structure and balance to age gracefully for 30+ years. Proper cellaring conditions—cool temperatures, consistent humidity, and minimal light exposure—will allow the wine to develop additional complexity and depth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e76% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e24% Cabernet Franc \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e15%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 97\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Parker (Wine Advocate)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 94\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 95\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJane Anson (Inside Bordeaux)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 94\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 95\/100 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One Red Dot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922325946582,"sku":null,"price":1440.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/MorletFamilyVineyards_CIurdeValleeCabernetSauvignon_6744fb49-8455-4ffe-8bf3-d17f1e99eee5.png?v=1773668504","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/morlet-family-vineyards-ciur-de-vallee-cabernet-sauvignon-2014","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}