2018 MORLET MA PRINCESSE CHARDONNAY From Jeb Dunnuck, "The 2018 Chardonnay Ma Princesse comes from one of the greatest sites for Chardonnay in California, the Ritchie Vineyard in the Russian River Valley. Coming all from Old Wente Chardonnay (40- to 50-year-old vines) and fermented and aged in French oak, it has stunning notes of caramelized peach and lemon, toasted bread, vanilla, and white flowers that develop beautifully with time in the glass. Deep, full-bodied, and opulent on the palate, it carries a racy spine of acidity, beautiful balance, and a great, great finish. Picking a favorite from these 2018 Chardonnays from Morlet is just about impossible, but this is incredible juice that tops out on my scale. I followed this bottle for multiple days and it only improved with air. Enjoy this heavenly Chardonnay any time over the coming decade or more." 100 Points From Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, "Ma Princesse comes from the Richie vineyard in Russian River, planted to Old Wente clone selection, from vines that are 50+ years old. A barrel sample to be bottled in February 2020, the 2018 Chardonnay Ma Princesse comes sashaying out of the glass with flamboyant notes of peach cobbler, lemon tart and candied orange peel plus touches of fresh pineapple, spice cake, brioche and white blossoms. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is completely coated with stone fruit and spicy flavors, featuring a racy backbone and silken texture, finishing very long. 375 cases are due to be made." 97-99 Points