Ciel du Cheval captures everything to love about the Red Mountain AVA. Thoughtfully farmed and impeccably maintained, this vineyard is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon Clone 337 from Bordeaux, yielding a wine of black cherry richness, firm tannins, and a velvety finish.
"One of the freshest and most balanced bottlings of Ciel du Cheval is this wine from Justin Neufeld. This 100% Clone 337 Cabernet Sauvignon with 20% whole cluster inclusion originates from the iconic site that played a pivotal role in the founding of Red Mountain. It’s aged 18 months in mostly new French oak barrels. Fresh berries leap forth, with a classic Washington Cabernet Sauvignon palate, featuring wild anise, desert scrub, and fresh, almost crunchy early-season blackberries. There is a serious graphite streak that cuts through the dark fruits and dark chocolate, with a hint of mint. Fresh, upright and juicy to the finish. Tasted from bottle #1780" 94 points Clive Pursehouse-Decanter Magazine
JAMES SUCKLING - 92 POINTS
