Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc “Force de la Nature” 2016

Morlet Family Vineyards Cabernet Franc “Force de la Nature” 2016

Name: Morlet Family Vineyards
Vintage: 2016
Wine: Cabernet Franc “Force de la Nature”
Region: Napa Valley, California, USA
Appellation: Oakville AVA
Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol Content: Approx. 14.8%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Robert Parker Score: 100 Points (The Wine Advocate)
A rare and majestic expression of Cabernet Franc — powerful, floral, and perfectly structured.

Tasting Notes
The Morlet Family “Force de la Nature” 2016 is a breathtaking example of Napa Valley’s mastery of Cabernet Franc. It opens with enthralling aromas of black cherry, cassis, graphite, violet, pencil shavings, and tobacco leaf, evolving into notes of cocoa, cedar, and crushed rock. On the palate, it is full-bodied and exquisitely detailed, displaying immense concentration balanced by freshness and fine-grained tannins. The finish is long, perfumed, and endlessly refined, echoing its perfect harmony and precision.

Vintage Highlights
The 2016 vintage in Napa Valley is celebrated as one of the region’s greatest of the decade, delivering phenomenal balance, depth, and longevity. Sourced from a meticulously farmed single vineyard in Oakville, Force de la Nature was aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels. Winemaker Luc Morlet, known for his elegant and terroir-driven style, crafted this wine to express the purest essence of Cabernet Franc — floral, mineral, and vibrant, yet with Napa’s trademark depth and richness.

Why It’s Special
Luc Morlet, a fourth-generation French winemaker from Champagne, brings Old World finesse to the power of Napa fruit. His “Force de la Nature” has become a modern California legend, with the 2016 vintage earning a perfect 100-point score from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. Produced in tiny quantities, this wine embodies the precision, artistry, and intensity that define Morlet’s estate — a seamless union of French craftsmanship and California brilliance.

Storage & Serving
Store in a temperature-controlled cellar (12–15°C / 55–59°F). Serve at 17°C (63°F). Decant for 1–2 hours before serving to allow its full aromatic and structural potential to unfold.

Availability
All bottles offered by Deggusto are professionally cellared, sourced directly, and available for immediate and secure international shipment.

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