Morlet Chardonnay Ma Douce 2021

Vintage: 2021

. Original price: $139.99 . Final price: $112
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This unique Sonoma Coast vineyard is situated on the second ridge from the Pacific Ocean and is comprised of Goldridge soil. The vines benefit from both the cool maritime breeze (douce brise) and the mild and sunny mountain climate. Handcrafted using classical Burgundian winemaking techniques, this wine is dedicated to Luc’s wife, Jodie Morlet. It is ‘My Sweet’ or ‘Ma Douce.’ 

Winemaker notes:

Full yellow color, the ‘Ma Douce’ Chardonnay consistently exudes aromas of lemon drop, crème brûlée and orange zest intermixed with strong notes of minerality (wet stones) and fresh hazelnut. Full-bodied and mineral driven, this wine displays a creamy texture and a very long mineral finish. Built to age gracefully for a decade, this wine is approachable when young.

Professional Scores

96

The 2021 Chardonnay Ma Douce marries power and tension. Lemon peel, white pepper, mint and crushed rocks all race across the palate. This taut Fort Ross-Seaview Chardonnay captures all the magic of the West Sonoma Coast in the richer style that is a house signature. I would give this a year or two to come together a bit more fully.

Vinous Media

95

From a vineyard in the Fort Ross Seaview AVA planted on Goldridge soils above the fog line, the 2021 Chardonnay Ma Douce is wonderfully expressive, with compelling notes of toasted grain and roasted pineapple joined by melon and peach. It's full-bodied and silky, with a soft, plush mouthfeel, making it broad and expansive in the mouth, but it has a bright, lingering finish that provides balance and beckons you to take another sip

The Wine Advocate

750ml