The 2006 Petit Verdot Ciel du Cheval Vineyard is purple/black in color with aromas of cigar box, pencil lead, licorice, and blackberry. Dense, tannic, and structured, the wine has plenty of spicy black fruit behind the tannin. It will benefit from 5-7 years of cellaring and drink well through 2026. Mike Januik continues to produce wines that deliver excellent bang for the buck throughout his portfolio.Tel. (425) 481-5502; www.januikwinery.com