Cadence Red Mountain Ciel du Cheval 2007

"Good dark red. Red fruits, licorice and rose petal on the reticent nose. Sweet, complex and suave, with captivating floral lift to the sappy red fruit and mineral flavors. A sexy and refined wine, delivering excellent density of material without any sense of weight. The pure, primary finish is classically broad and dry, featuring fine-grained tannins and harmonious acids that leave the taste buds vibrating."

93 Points

International Wine Cellar

"Firm in texture, with fine tannins around a plush core of red berry, cherry and watermelon. Finishes tight and focused, lingering with hints of wet bark and licorice. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2012 through 2017."

92 Points

Wine Spectator

"The 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard is a blend of 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cabernet Franc, 13% Merlot, and 13% Petit Verdot which received the same elevage as the Taptiel bottling. Dark ruby in color with a bouquet of cedar, Asian spices, herbs, incense, cassis, and black currant are followed by a supple-textured wine with loads of spicy fruit, good volume, and enough structure to evolve for 2-3 years. Enjoy this lengthy offering form 2014 to 2027."

92 Points

The Wine Advocate

"A strong vintage at a star vineyard brings a tight, chewy wine of great character. Black and blue fruits, a firm and full vein of mineral and graphite, and an overriding sense of restrained power. This is a wine that may require some years in the bottle to open up, but with decanting can be enjoyed immediately."

92 Points

Wine Enthusiast