L'Ecole No. 41

Apogee Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.029 ratings
9.012 pro ratings
Walla Walla Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese
Top Notes For
Stephanie Losee

Nice earth mixed with the fruit

Nice earth mixed with the fruit

1 person found it helpfulMay 27th, 2015
Christopher Johnson

Burger accoutrement.

Burger accoutrement.

Dec 27th, 2014
Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.7

From pepperbridge vineyard all Missoula flood sediment soils mostly CS 33 mr 7 Malbec 4 cf a very complex array of mint dark coco black cherry cassis and a good hand of earth on the nose. A very balanced and fresh wine with a ton of that muance and spice from the nose through the finish this wine needs some time like 2011 a cold classic year! Finish 60+. Most excellent

From pepperbridge vineyard all Missoula flood sediment soils mostly CS 33 mr 7 Malbec 4 cf a very complex array of mint dark coco black cherry cassis and a good hand of earth on the nose. A very balanced and fresh wine with a ton of that muance and spice from the nose through the finish this wine needs some time like 2011 a cold classic year! Finish 60+. Most excellent

Aug 12th, 2014
Kelly Cleary

Holy tannin. Matchsticks.

Holy tannin. Matchsticks.

Jul 9th, 2014
Mitch Cahoon

Sommelier/Wine Director Petra's Bistro & Wine Bar

8.5

Someone needs to punch me in the face for opening these wines too early. I have zero patience.

Someone needs to punch me in the face for opening these wines too early. I have zero patience.

Apr 6th, 2014
Kevin Atticks

Really nice wine. Integrated and delicious.

Really nice wine. Integrated and delicious.

Mar 16th, 2014
Fernando Motta

Ultra Rich with conplexity and long finish

Ultra Rich with conplexity and long finish

Dec 10th, 2013
Andrew Willingham

Dark purple/ruby red, moving to light indigo/brick on the edge, no sediment. Medium viscosity. Beautiful cooked, stewed ripe cherries, blackberries, and strawberries on the nose. Palette sees lots of sweetness on the nose, vanilla, sweet tobacco, some bitterness and stems. Medium mouthfeel, medium+ tannins, medium finish. A nice, solid blend, just wish there was more complexity in palette and a longer finish.

Dark purple/ruby red, moving to light indigo/brick on the edge, no sediment. Medium viscosity. Beautiful cooked, stewed ripe cherries, blackberries, and strawberries on the nose. Palette sees lots of sweetness on the nose, vanilla, sweet tobacco, some bitterness and stems. Medium mouthfeel, medium+ tannins, medium finish. A nice, solid blend, just wish there was more complexity in palette and a longer finish.

Sep 29th, 2016
Jon Ruyle

Big fruit, spicy. I'm starting to see the appeal of Washington cabs.

Big fruit, spicy. I'm starting to see the appeal of Washington cabs.

Aug 24th, 2016
Mark Wong

Heavier body and like another reviewer said, good earth and dark fruit. Should be decanted first.

Heavier body and like another reviewer said, good earth and dark fruit. Should be decanted first.

Jul 12th, 2015