
93POINTS
17¼/20







Morlet Family Vineyards Passionnément Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Oakville, Napa Valley, California, United StatesVery ripe cassis, black berry, peppery, spicy, tobacco, cedar, leather, violet, earthy, mineral aromas with a touch of barnyard. Rich, full, round and ripe with grainy tannins and good acidity. Blackberry jam, cassis, chocolate, tobacco, cedar, peppery, minty, earthy, vanilla and smoky coffee flavours. A bit jammy with youthful tannins but very good intensity and balance, needs 3-5 years. Carries the alcohol better than the Mon Chevalier.Tasted: 26 July 2011Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $298.00 | 750ml | speculative listing - Evolution Fine Wines |
Grape: Cabernet SauvignonCSPC: 178616