2016 L'Ecole No 41 Merlot Walla Walla Valley
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Blended with 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Cabernet Franc, the 2016 Merlot Ferguson & Seven Hills Vineyards begins with a tart core of fruits and shows a shy wine. After some swirling, a dusty floral expression walks out of the glass. Medium to full-bodied, the palate remains tart before sliding across the mid-palate, ending with a balance and lingering finish. This may take some time to come around. 1,170 cases produced.
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James Suckling
Jeb Dunnuck
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Slightly more expensive, the 2016 Merlot Walla Walla Valley is all estate fruit and made from 76% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, brought up in 40% new oak. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by notes of cassis, leafy herbs, damp earth, and graphite. Balanced, medium to full-bodied, seamless, and beautifully put together, it's a terrific, high-class Merlot to drink over the coming 7-8 years as well.
A stunning merlot that proves what this grape is capable of in Washington State! Ravishing blueberry nose with delicate, minty freshness, then a medium-to full-bodied palate, on which velvety tannins are married to bright acidity and minerality that drives the long, pure finish. Drink or hold.