2007 columbia valley merlot ecole #41

Let me start by saying, I am NOT a merlot fan, but am trying to find at least one or two I like. Having said that, so far, my favorite is one from the north fork of long island. So, this one advertises rich with spicy aromas, shows red berry fruit and black plum wrapped in a peppery black cherry finish.....Ok, I get the red fruit on the nose, there is absolutely no pepper on this finish. For a $14 wine, a major pass....I'm still looking......