(L'Ecole No 41 Merlot Seven Hills Vineyard Walla Walla Valley) A moderately aromatic wine with cedar, raspberries, herbal tones, and medicine cabinet notes. The palate is soft and lush with smooth tannins and rich red fruit flavors. 76% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc. Aged 18 months in French oak (40% new). 14.5% alcohol. 1,190 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.
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By Sean Sullivan
(L'Ecole No 41 Merlot Seven Hills Vineyard Walla Walla Valley) A moderately aromatic wine with cedar, raspberries, herbal tones, and medicine cabinet notes. The palate is soft and lush with smooth tannins and rich red fruit flavors. 76% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc. Aged 18 months in French oak (40% new). 14.5% alcohol. 1,190 cases produced. Sample provided by winery.12/18/2012, (See more on Washington Wine Report...) *** points