| Rating | 94 2023 Top 50 |
| Style | Red |
| Blend | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Appellation |
Walla Walla Valley Washington USA |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $70.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2023-11-17 |
Perfect For
Long-Term Aging, Steak Dinner, Treat Yo'self
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec , Merlot
L’Ecole Nº 41 Estate Ferguson Vineyard 2020 Review
The Clubb family set up shop as the third winery in Washington’s Walla Walla Valley in 1983 and have been pioneers in the region ever since. Today, the family-run L’Ecole Nº 41 winery is making some of the most well-known bottles in the state. Sourcing from the estate’s famous Ferguson vineyard, this is not a Bordeaux blend — it's a Washington blend, and it’s delicious. There’s a soft, welcoming nose with earthy tones, crushed espresso beans, and a mix of both dried and brambly fruit. The palate brings great structure with a tannic grip that supports the deep fruit. This is definitely enjoyable now, but is only going to get better with a few years of cellaring.
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