This week we head to the northwest and a terrific Merlot from Washington as our wine of the week. It’s L’Ecole Number 4 1 2004 Merlot from the Columbia Valley.
Named after the old schoolhouse that’s home to this family owned winery, L’Ecole is French for school and Number 41 was the district back in 1915. But there’s nothing old fashioned about this wine!
L’Ecole Merlot is bursting with the dark berry and black cherry flavors. There’s a little spiciness when you sip and definite flavors of mocha along with the fruit flavors.
This is sophisticated wine with layers of complexity and with touches of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot blended, giving it great structure.
If you love really good Merlot, the L’Ecole goes right to the head of the class!
L’Ecole Number 41 is about thirty dollars and it’s a Merlot that deserves to be sought after and savored.
Pop the Cork™.
Wine on the Radio - May 9, 2008
Winemaker's notes and comments:
Rich and spicy, with aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon, this Merlot shows ripe black plum, blackberry and dark flavors encased in a peppery, chocolate, black cherry finish.
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