The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon contains 10% Merlot and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot aged for 20 months in 48% new oak. A glass-coating opaque purple color, it gives up an enticing nose of balsam wood, Asian spices, incense, leather, violets, and assorted black fruits. In the glass it opens to reveal an opulent, layered Cabernet that exhibits both power and elegance. This lengthy, already complex wine will continue to blossom for several more years and drink well through 2023. The new releases from Pepper Bridge continue their tradition of excellence. As usual there are two varietal wines blended from the Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills vineyards, two vineyard designates, and a Reserve which is a selection of the best lots from the two estate vineyards.Tel. (509) 526-6502; www.pepperbridge.com

The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon contains 10% Merlot, with the rest Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot. It was aged for 21 months in 52% new French oak. Deep purple in color, it exhibits an attractive perfume of cedar, Asian spices, mineral, incense, and black currant. Medium-bodied on the palate with excellent volume, concentration, and balance, it has the stuffing to evolve for 3-4 years. This lengthy effort will be at its best from 2013 to 2027. Tel. (509) 525-6502; www.pepperbridge.com