(Force Majeure Collaboration Series II Red Wine Ciel du Cheval Red Mountain) Glass staining with abundant mineral aromas along with a light gaminess, iron, and a floral lift, this is a wine you could just sit and smell and be totally satisfied. Ah but to drink! The palate is perfumed with a soft, restrained elegance and bright fruit flavors and a light pepper note. A simply gorgeous wine. 98% Syrah, 1% Viognier, 1% Roussanne. Aged in French oak (30% new). 14.2% alcohol. 187 cases produced. Ross Mickel winemaker.
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By Stephen Tanzer
(Force Majeure Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Collaboration Series II Red Wine Red Mountain) Login and sign up and see review text.November/December 2012, IWC Issue #165, (See more on Vinous...)