a blend of 33% merlot (from the original, 1976 block), 38% cabernet sauvignon, 16% petit verdot and 13% cab franc, this shows euro-style refinement from first sniff to last swallow. the alcohol has climbed up a bit without any sacrifice of detail. a mix of berries, cherries and cassis, the fruits are woven around tightly defined, perfectly ripened tannins, with an underlayer of acid and mineral.
Ciel du Cheval Vineyard