L'Ecole No. 41

L'Ecole No 41, Perigee 2002 ($45) -- "Seven Hills Vineyard", Walla Walla Valley, Washington. Estate Bottled. 1,160 cases produced. 57% Cabernet, 37% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc. Aged 22 months in 100% small oak barrels with approximately 60% new oak. Seductive soft, fruit nose with "complex, silky finish." A very elegant wine that will age well and is very drinkable now as is or with food.