Country: US / Pepper Bridge Vineyard
Variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend Washington
Winery: Pepper Bridge / Walla Walla Valley (WA)
This wine is half Merlot, with the rest equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Brooding aromas of black licorice, barrel spice and dark fruit lead to plentiful fruit and barrel flavors that show a lovely sense of balance. The tannins bring some grip.