Soos Creek Ciel du Cheval Bordeaux Blend 06
Soos Creek Ciel du Cheval Bordeaux Blend 06 - Explosively aromatic, with flavors to match. Huge cassis, blackberry and red cherry are backed up by classic Ciel du Cheval structure. Still, the wine is rich and rounded, with graphite nuances accenting the pure, long finish. -Avalon
This vineyard has always been excellent and ranks among the top red grape vineyards in the state. I may change my mind next year, but this in my favorite vintage from this vineyard since we started our winery in 1989. The blend is 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and 16% Merlot. It has the hallmark mineral flavors of this vineyard, complex fruit flavors, a firm structure and a nice balance for near-term drinking or long-term aging. - the winery
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2005 Vintage Tasting Notes
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate says: "The 2005 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard is made up of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and 18% Cabernet Franc. More structured (from Red Mountain) and mineral dominated, the wine has outstanding power and depth. The flavors are already showing a bit of complexity and the wine’s balance is exceptional. Give it 5-7 years in the cellar and drink it through 2030."
Soos Creek produces powerful Cabernet Sauvignons, a Merlot-Cabernet bland named "Sundance" and a Bordeaux blend that includes Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot called "Stampede Pass." The grapes are sourced from the Ciel du Cheval, Champoux, Charbonneu and Pepper Bridge vineyards. Established in 1989, this small family winery has developed a loyal following for their handcrafted wines.
