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Apr 10th, 2022
My favorite vineyard out of Red Mountain. Dark ruby. Distinctive red mountain nose - dense berry, clay, black cherry cola. Lingering taste on the palette, luscious mouth feel with fig, black cherry and dark chocolate in taste.
My favorite vineyard out of Red Mountain. Dark ruby. Distinctive red mountain nose - dense berry, clay, black cherry cola. Lingering taste on the palette, luscious mouth feel with fig, black cherry and dark chocolate in taste.
May 27th, 2019
Opaque ruby violet with prominent tears. Aromas of cherry liqueur, plum, violets, and tobacco leaf. Still quite structured on the palate although the tannins have softened. Made from 39% Cabernet Franc, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petit Verdot, and 11% Merlot. 14.4% ABV.
Opaque ruby violet with prominent tears. Aromas of cherry liqueur, plum, violets, and tobacco leaf. Still quite structured on the palate although the tannins have softened. Made from 39% Cabernet Franc, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Petit Verdot, and 11% Merlot. 14.4% ABV.
Feb 11th, 2019
Still incredibly fresh and vibrant. Would never have guessed it was almost 20 years old. Very cool stuff
Still incredibly fresh and vibrant. Would never have guessed it was almost 20 years old. Very cool stuff
Dec 30th, 2017
Happy 4th! Signed by the man himself, Ben Smith, during a wonderful visit to the winery in Seattle some years ago. The wine has years to develop but ready to drink—gorgeous cherry, vanilla, cedar, figs, menthol and unsweetened cocoa
Happy 4th! Signed by the man himself, Ben Smith, during a wonderful visit to the winery in Seattle some years ago. The wine has years to develop but ready to drink—gorgeous cherry, vanilla, cedar, figs, menthol and unsweetened cocoa
1 person found it helpfulJul 5th, 2019Mellowed tannins. Still packing a nice balance of fruit.
Mellowed tannins. Still packing a nice balance of fruit.
Apr 15th, 2017
Deep purple from core to rim. The nose brims with black fruit, plums and dusty earthiness with brown bramble. The palate is clean, elegant with supple, juicy black and blue fruits with a touch of earthiness and graphite. The bright core of fruit provides good depth, balanced by pleasant acidity and soft tannins. Drink now through 2020+.
Deep purple from core to rim. The nose brims with black fruit, plums and dusty earthiness with brown bramble. The palate is clean, elegant with supple, juicy black and blue fruits with a touch of earthiness and graphite. The bright core of fruit provides good depth, balanced by pleasant acidity and soft tannins. Drink now through 2020+.
Nov 30th, 2016
Cab franc dominant blend - tons of fruit - less developed and more alcohol than other red mtn wines I've had
Cab franc dominant blend - tons of fruit - less developed and more alcohol than other red mtn wines I've had
Jun 5th, 2016Found an old favorite - early WA discovery. Can taste that Red mountain AVA and the Ciel du Cheval vineyard...
Found an old favorite - early WA discovery. Can taste that Red mountain AVA and the Ciel du Cheval vineyard...
Nov 26th, 2015
The nose showed crush black cherry with minerals, floral tones and a distinct savory richness. On the palate it was truly intense yet smooth with notes of cherry, sweet herbs and dark chocolate. The finish showed more of its youthful tannin, giving the fruit a dry yet still wonderfully concentrated persona. The 2012 Ciel du Cheval should spend a couple of years in the cellar for the best experience, as I am quite excited to see where it’s going.
The nose showed crush black cherry with minerals, floral tones and a distinct savory richness. On the palate it was truly intense yet smooth with notes of cherry, sweet herbs and dark chocolate. The finish showed more of its youthful tannin, giving the fruit a dry yet still wonderfully concentrated persona. The 2012 Ciel du Cheval should spend a couple of years in the cellar for the best experience, as I am quite excited to see where it’s going.
Nov 26th, 2015
Red Mountain, Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
