2021 "Coup de Coeur"

The 2021 Chardonnay Coup de Cœur is a selection of the best barrels in the cellar. It is also one of the finest—maybe the finest—Chardonnay I have tasted from Luc and Jodie Morlet. All of the elements are so well balanced, and absolutely nothing stands out. A wine of vertical power and tension, the Coup de Cœur dazzles from start to finish. The interplay of fruit depth, acid and structure is so compelling. Even with all of its intensity, the 2021 possesses remarkable transparency.

- Antonio Galloni (12/2023)

The 2021 Chardonnay Coup De Coeur takes its inspiration from Luc Morlet’s time working at Peter Michael as well as the work of Helen Turley and is a blend of the top barrels from the Ma Douce and Ma Princesse. On opening, it displays very elegant notes of flint that frame the wine beautifully before giving way to aromas of fresh pineapple, candied lemon, fresh flowers, and delicate spice. Medium to full-bodied, it’s rich without ever feeling heavy and has a weightless feel, with a great balance and more mineral persistence through the long finish. This extraordinary wine checks all the boxes for some of the highest quality white wines being made in Sonoma today. Drink 2025-2037. (06/2024)

The 2021 Chardonnay Coup de Coeur opens with intense lemon curd, yuzu, and fresh grapefruit notes, yet needs a little swirling to unlock the evocative undercurrent of sea spray, lime leaves, nutmeg, and toasted almonds with a waft of beeswax. The medium to full-bodied palate is tightly wound with electric citrus and baking spice notes and a crisp line of freshness to support, finishing with epic length and depth. So delicious now, but give it a good 4-5 years in the bottle to really spread its wings. (02/2024)

The prospective blend Morlet said was representative of the 2021 Chardonnay Coup de Coeur is another stunning effort, being simultaneously full-bodied and plush yet electric, with notes of grilled pineapple and pencil shavings underscored by vibrant acids and tremendous length on the finish.

- Joe Czerwinski (03/2023)