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Notes from the Winemaker:

Even great Pinot Noir winemakers need a break from the finicky, noble grape once in awhile. Ken Wright, known for his highly-rated, single-vineyard Pinot Noir, introduced a new label in 2003, Tyrus Evan, producing Claret, Syrah, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. The production of the Tyrus Evan line will always remain small which is bad news for consumers as quality just keeps getting better and better. Ripe, round and generous with its plum, currant and cherry fruit, this is brushed by tar, cola and decaying leaf notes before the fruit emerges on the finish to linger beautifully against grippy tannins. Every sip shows a different facet.

Owner Norm McKibben moved to Walla Walla, Washington upon his retirement in the mid 1980s. At that time when there was a total of 40 acres of grapes in the valley. Without a doubt, both Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills have done more than build on the reputation of Walla Walla, they have proven it.

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