Winemaker for Peter Michael Winery for 15 years, achieving the following:

Wine of the Year, top wine out of the best 100 wines of 2015 by Wine Spectator

100 points earned from Robert Parker-Wine Advocate for 10 wines

100 points earned from Jeb Dunnuck for 2 wines

113 wines scored between 97 and 99 points


WINEMAKING EXPERTISE

- Evaluation of the Terroir potential of any vineyard sites

- Recommendations on vineyard development with soil and sub-soil evaluations, soil preparation, density of planting, row orientation, pruning systems and other agronomic and viticulture practices

- Recommendations on genetic materials (rootstocks, varietals, clonal or heritage selections)

- Assistance in building a long-term success plan for established and ‘startup’ wineries

- Enology expertise (see methodology for details)

- Expertise presenting wine to wine critics


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METHODOLOGY

LEVEL 1: ASSESSMENTS & ACTIONS

Phase 1: Assessments

I assess numerous components of your vineyard sites and winery, including the potential of the Terroir, genetic potential of the vines, vineyard management, facility and equipment.


I evaluate the history of your wine quality and the House Style you desire to achieve.

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Phase 2: Actions

I will advise on any key improvements that could elevate the quality of your wines and the reputation of your winery.


I will make recommendations on short and long-term actions that could move you toward your goals.


LEVEL 2

HARVEST AND BLENDING SESSIONS

I will come to your winery during harvest to guide you in the complete winemaking process.


The following spring, I will return to your winery to collaborate on different blends to achieve the highest possible quality.

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LEVEL 3

ONGOING ASSISTANCE
AS YOU GROW

As we evaluate the results together, I will provide solutions to developing problems, which your winery might face, such as:

- Smoke taint

- TCA contamination

- Virus and wood diseases

- Microbiological contamination

- Other issues


As your wine quality improves, if needed, I will offer my expertise in contacting and hosting wine critics such as Robert Parker-Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck and others.

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HOSPITALITY

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

For places of fine dining, I establish or revise wine lists, recommend food and wine pairings, as well as provide on-site training regarding cellaring, wine education and service.


I also participate as the wine expert with top chefs for exclusive food and wine events.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

CREDENTIALS

Key Scores and Awards from wine critics: James Suckling, Robert Parker-Wine Advocate, 

Wine Spectator, Jeb Dunnuck.

What Wine Critics Have to Say

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

NICOLAS MORLET'S BIOGRAPHY

Nicolas Morlet is a renowned winemaker in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. His wines are internationally the gold standard of the industry. He has achieved more perfect and near-perfect scores from the world’s most respected critics across these noble grape varietals than any other winemaker.

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INTERNATIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION

Email: nicolas@nicolasmorlet.com

WhatsApp Number: +1 707 975 4314


Nicolas Morlet Winemaster & Nose LLC