Seven Hills Ciel du Cheval Vineyard 2015

Vinous 92 points - Bright ruby-red. Brooding but pure aromas of blueberry, cassis, licorice and menthol, plus a mineral pungency. Densely packed, seamless and energetic, offering lovely definition and lift to the youthful, intense flavors of dark berries, licorice and fresh herbs. Lovely breadth without any weightiness. Finishes with a serious, broad dusting of tannins that avoid dryness. Excellent sappy length here. This impeccably balanced wine is built to age..Stephen Tanzer, October/2017

James Suckling 92 points - The plum fruit is striking here. It’s really sweet ripe and flamboyant. Meanwhile, the palate has a ball of fleshy spiced plums with a gently grippy, mulberry finish. Blend of 41% cabernet sauvignon, 36% merlot, 13% petit verdot and 10% cabernet franc. Drink over the next four to six years..May/2018

Jeb Dunnuck 90 points - The 2015 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine is made from 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot, and 10% Cabernet Franc that spent 22 months in 40% new French oak. It’s a tiny production cuvee from a great site in Red Mountain, and its inky purple color is followed by another super-ripe, rich, blue-fruited, spicy red that has plenty of fine tannins and a good finish. Drink it over the coming decade..April/2018

Vineyard-designated and appellation-driven Bordeaux varietals from the Walla Walla Valley and Red Mountain. Established in 1988 by the McClellan family.