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Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 1997	Australia	Red Wine	91	Beautifully focused and bright, this Shiraz delivers juicy, vibrant black cherry, berry and plum flavors on an elegant frame. Tannins are soft, and the finish hints at black pepper and exotic spices as it lasts and lasts. 5,000 cases made. (HS)
Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 1998	Australia	Red Wine	92	"Bright and flavorful, supple and silky, with generous black cherry, anise and sweet leather flavors that last and last on the fine-grained finish. Drink now through 2010. 5,000 cases made." (HS) Wine Spectator
Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 2001	Australia	Red Wine	92	Deep ruby red with purple hues and brilliant clarity, the Leasingham Classic Clare Shiraz shows lifted mulberry fruit with dark chocolate on the nose which is carried through on the palate with concentrated sweet mulberry and raspberry fruits with creamy chocolate and coffee bean. The palate is rich and concentrated and is balanced with fine silky tannins. Richly concentrated, this Shiraz epitomises the true essence of the Clare Valley; complexity and elegance.
Leasingham Clare Valley Bin 56 Cabernet Sauvignon 1999	Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia	Red Wine	90	Cassis scents come up with air, filling this cabernet with currant, then raspberry and mixed berry flavors, only to be pushed back by the black tannin.
Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2003	Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia	White Wine	87	This wine is pale straw in color with brilliant green hues. On the nose the wine shows lifted, fresh pineapple fragrance with citrus spice. The palate shows punchy, ripe lemon, citrus spice with fleshy fruit sweetness. Coupled with fine mouth-watering acidity, the finish is fresh and lively. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 5-8 years.
Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2006	Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia	White Wine	90	The 2006 Magnus Riesling displays all the hallmarks of fine Clare Valley Riesling - juicy acidity, lemony citrus and fullness of flavor.
Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2007	Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia	White Wine	91	In its inaugural release, the 2006 Magnus Riesling displays all the hallmarks of fine Clare Valley Riesling; juicy acidity, lemony citrus and fullness of flavor. The palate shows fresh punchy citrus fruit balanced out by delicious, tangy acidity, and finishes long and refreshing.
Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2004	Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia	White Wine	89	Riesling thrives in the warm, sunny days of the Clare Valley, with cool night temperatures ensuring the wines stay fresh and balanced, with racy acidity. The vineyards that provide fruit for the Leasingham Magnus Riesling are characterized by high altitude and lean, slate soils.
Lecheneaut Gevrey-Chambertin 2015	Gevrey-Chambertin, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	93	ith the spark of youth, the color is a vibrant ruby. With age, the color deepens to a crimson hue, like a black cherry. Strawberry, blackberry, violet, and rose are all a part of its spontaneous aromas; however maturation will bring forth a more licorice bouquet. Full and powerful, rich and bodied, its strong structure is confirmed. Tannins create a velvety touch, enhanced by a very fine grain, without harshness. Can be enjoyed young with its fruity notes; however, this is definitely a wine to be aged.
Lecheneaut Gevrey-Chambertin 2014	Gevrey-Chambertin, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	90	With the spark of youth, the color is a vibrant ruby. With age, the color deepens to a crimson hue, like a black cherry. Strawberry, blackberry, violet, and rose are all a part of its spontaneous aromas; however maturation will bring forth a more licorice bouquet. Full and powerful, rich and bodied, its strong structure is confirmed. Tannins create a velvety touch, enhanced by a very fine grain, without harshness. Can be enjoyed young with its fruity notes; however, this is definitely a wine to be aged.
Lecheneaut Morey-Saint-Denis 2012	Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	90	It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.
Lecheneaut Morey-Saint-Denis 2016	Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	90	This cuvée is sourced from several parcels, spread out over .22 hectares total: Pierres Virants is 80% of the blend, with the balance made up of fruit from En Seuvrey, Cognées and Porroux. The vines are rooted in limestone and chalky-clay soils from the Jurassic period: Bathonian white öolite on the top of the hill and Bajocian chalk on the downslope, with a pocket of marl just above the village itself.
Lecheneaut Morey-St-Denis 2014	Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	91	It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.
Lecheneaut Morey-St-Denis 2015	Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	93	It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges 2014	Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	92	With a purple tint, intense and sometimes veering to mauve, the aromas often evoke rose and licorice. Other aromas include cherry, strawberry, blackcurrant, leather, truffle, fur, and game. Macerated fruity notes complete the bouquet. Vigorous and robust, it has body and character with a balanced and framed structure. Long lasting on the palate, it can be fully enjoyed after several years of ageing; maturity brings a sultry and elegant roundness.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges 2015	Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	93	With a purple tint, intense and sometimes veering to mauve, the aromas often evoke rose and licorice. Young aromas of cherry, strawberry, and blackcurrant. Mature aromas of leather, truffle, fur, and game. Macerated fruity notes complete the bouquet. Vigorous and robust, it has body and character with a balanced and framed structure. Long lasting on the palate, it can be fully enjoyed after several years of ageing; maturity brings a sultry and elegant roundness.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2011	Burgundy, France	Red Wine	91	The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2014	Burgundy, France	Red Wine	93	The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2015	Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	94	The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2016	Burgundy, France	Red Wine	95	The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.
Lecheneaut Nuits-St-Georges Les Pruliers Premier Cru 2015	Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France	Red Wine	95	Les Pruliers display a strong color. Young, it imposes its personality. Fresh red fruit aromas mingle with fine plant fragrances evoking wild prunes as well as notes of licorice and spiced roses. Mature, depth and roundness mask a strict final frame. You will perceive aromas of cocoa, smoked meat, and undergrowth. Age brings forth a generous and sensual smoothness.
L'Ecole 41 Barrel Fermented Semillon 2002	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Rich in flavor and body, this wine shows honey, melon and soft tropical fruit flavors, with a hint of apricot and fig. The viscous mouth feel integrates these fruit components with a touch of vanilla and lemon, resulting in a crisp long finish.
L'Ecole 41 Barrel Fermented Semillon 2004	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	"Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood, or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing."
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2004	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	87	"The structure and backbone of this wine comes from the slightly cooler growing conditions of Fair Acre Vineyard and Evergreen Vineyards, with the riper melon and tropical flavors accentuated by the warmer Sagemoor and Goose Ridge sites. Crisp acidity, ripe tropical flavors and a slight mineral edge harmonize with the richness of this Burgundian style Chardonnay."
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2006	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	Elegantly balanced, this Burgundian style Chardonnay shows Fuji apple, Asian pear and ripe pineapple and tropical flavors with subtle mineral and spice that gain complexity on a long, robust finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2005	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	"Some of the best Chardonnays in Washington State are grown in the slightly cooler growing conditions of Yakima Valley and in the northern latitudes of the Columbia Valley. Fair Acre Vineyard (Yakima Valley) provides ripe tropical fruit, while Evergreen (latitude 47 on the Columbia River) contributes crisp acidity and minerality. The old vines at the warmer Sagemoor Vineyard provide a nuance of ripe melon and pear on this Burgundian style Chardonnay."
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2008	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	88	This elegantly balanced Chardonnay shows robust acidity and purity of fruit with subdued tropical fruit, orange blossom and Asian pear flavors and subtle mineral nuances that gain complexity on a long, robust finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2009	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Some of the best Chardonnays in Washington State are grown in the slightly cooler growing conditions of Yakima Valley and in the northern latitudes of the Columbia Valley. The Schmitt Vineyard (Yakima Valley) provides nice tropical fruit, while Evergreen (latitude 47 on the Columbia River) contributes crisp acidity and minerality.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2007	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This wine is a blend of three distinguished vineyards: 52% Schmitt Vineyard; 36% Evergreen and 12% Bacchus.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, fresh apple, and old world characters of flint and slate. The elegant structure of this wine is finely balanced between richness and minerality, adding complexity on the clean, lingering finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2014	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and nutmeg with old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2015	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and nutmeg with old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2016	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an inviting mix of baked apple, dried mango, brioche, and stone. Complex, with excellent balance, the finish builds to a long fruit-mineral-spice aftertaste.
L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2018	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	89	This classic Chardonnay offers an inviting mix of baked apple, Asian pear, and stone. With lemon oil and brioche on the mid-palate, this wine lively builds to a long mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Its elegant, old world structure and dense, dark fruit flavors show cassis, black cherry and cocoa with leather, tobacco and savory spice on a beautifully balanced toasty finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	With its classic varietal Cabernet profile, this focused and integrated wine shows layers of dark fruit, coffee, earth and baking spice. Flavors of plum, blackberry and cassis mingle with dusty fine tannins through a long, expressive finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	With its classic varietal Cabernet profile, this focused and integrated wine shows layers of dark fruit, coffee, earth and baking spice. Flavors of plum, blackberry and cassis mingle with dusty fine tannins through a long, expressive finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	For over 30 years, L’Ecole has built long term partnerships with the oldest and most proven vineyards, providing access to some of the best fruit in the Columbia Valley. With average vine age of more than 20 years, this wine shows a classic Cabernet Sauvignon profile of firm structure, integrated tannins, and dark expressive fruit.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2000	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	88	L'Ecole No 41 is indisputabley best known for Merlot. Fermentation control is carried out in a traditional Bordeaux style, with small lot fermentations punched down by hand for optimal color and flavor extraction. Tannins are minimized during fermentation and in the press cycle where we do not exceed 1 bar of pressure. The wine is gently racked into a combination of new and older French and American oak barrels and aged for 18 months. With rich black cherry and berry fruit flavors in balance with the tannins, we choose not to fine this wine before filtering.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2003	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	88	Rich with spicy, aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon, this Merlot shows ripe black plum, blackberry and dark cocoa flavors, with notes of leather and sweet tobacco encased in a toasty, ripe black cherry finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2004	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Rich and spicy, with aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon, this Merlot shows ripe black plum, blackberry and dark flavors encased in a peppery, chocolate, black cherry finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2005	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Blend: 80% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc,5% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2006	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	87	A blend of 80% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2007	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Rich with pretty aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and spice, this dark and brooding Merlot shows black cherry, blackberry, and earthy dark fruit flavors encased in a peppery, cocoa, toasty finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2010	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	89	Layered with enticing aromas of plum, clove and notes of violet, this full-bodied Merlot shows a robust core of cherry, blackberry and cola on a seamless finish of fine-grained, yet firm tannins.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2011	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Layered with enticing aromas of plum and notes of violet, this full bodied Merlot shows a robust core of black cherry, blackberry, and cola on a seamless finish of fine-grained yet firm tannin.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Layered with enticing aromas of black plum, espresso, violet and red flower, this full bodied Merlot shows a robust core of dried cherry, blackberry, and baking spice on a seamless finish of fine-grained yet firm tannin.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Layered with enticing aromas of black cherry, violet and rose petal. This full bodied Merlot shows a bright core of red fruit, blackberry, and baking spice on a seamless finish of fine-grained tannin.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2008	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	89	Rich with aromas of nutmeg, clove and spice, this dark and brooding Merlot showsrobust fruit flavors of black cherry and boysenberry layered in spice and cocoa on afine-grained tannin finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2014	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	89	Layered with enticing aromas of blackberry, violet, and mint, this full bodied Merlot shows balanced layers of huckleberry, plum, and baking spice on a seamless finishof fine-grained tannin.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2016	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Layered with enticing aromas of black cherry, rose petal, and plum, this full-bodied yet balanced Merlot shows layers of baking spices and cocoa with a seamless finish of fine-grained tannins
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows flavors of black current, blueberry and earth through a finely textured finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2014	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows rich flavors of olive, blackberry and licorice through an earthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows rich flavors of black current, blueberry and licorice through a savory finish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2015	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Dark, robust and spicy this full bodied Syrah shows rich flavors of boysenberry fruit de pate, peppercorn, and licorice through an earthyfinish.
L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2016	Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	Dark, robust and spicy this full-bodied Syrah shows rich flavors of black & blue berries, peppercorn, and licorice through an earthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2012	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. With complex aromas this wine offers bold dark fruit, espresso, chicory and leather with rich graphite flint and iron minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are buoyed with balanced, natural acidity leading to a robust, persistent finish.
L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2013	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. With complex aromas this wine offers bold dark fruit, espresso and tobacco with flint and iron minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are buoyed with balanced, natural acidity leading to a robust, persistent finish.
L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2014	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. This wine offers complex aromas of espresso, tobacco, and dark fruit with flint and graphite minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are balanced with natural acidity leading to a robust and lingering finish
L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2017	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	Ferguson's flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its volcanic basalt soil. This richly structured wine offers complex aromas of espresso, chocolate, and dark mineral–laced fruit. Layers of wild blackberries and focused tannins integrate with flint and graphite on the palate. Structured and intense, Ferguson's concentrated natural acidity leads to a powerful and lingering finish.
L'Ecole 41 Fries Vineyard Semillon 2002	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	The Fries Semillon shows aromas of ripe tropical fruit and apricot with a vanilla-orange nose. The bright crisp mouth shows pear and apple flavors with lemon peel and slight clove on the finish.
L'Ecole 41 Fries Vineyard Semillon 2003	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	93	The Fries Semillon shows aromas of ripe tropical fruit and apricot with a vanilla-orange nose. The bright crisp mouth shows pear and apple flavors with lemon peel and slight clove on the finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2007	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Luminesce captures the refreshing and illuminating aspect of this classic Bordeaux blend. This Estate wine is anchored with Semillon at its core, providing lush tones of melon, pear and honeysuckle. The introduction of Sauvignon Blanc broadens the flavor and texture, elevating the crisp, floral and mineral side of the wine. Like our red Bordeaux blend Perigee, Luminesce exemplifies the distinct, signature characteristics of our Estate Seven Hills Vineyard.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2008	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Rich and complex, this Estate Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc shows exotic star fruit, papaya and tropical flavors with lychee and melon on a spicy, crisp mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2009	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	Rich and complex, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, star fruit and papaya aromas. A creamy edge enhances the lush, tropical fruit flavors which gain depth on the lengthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2010	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2012	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows lanolin, apricot, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy clean finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2011	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2013	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	92	Rich and harmonious our estate Luminesce offers creamy aromas and flavors of kiwi, star and passion fruits. The finish is seamless, lingering with citrus and mineral elements.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2014	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	Rich and harmonious our estate Luminesce offers aromas and flavors of lemongrass, kiwi, white peach and melon. The finish is seamless, lingering with citrus and mineral elements.
L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2016	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Luminesce, our white Bordeaux blend, is anchored with Semillon at its core, providing lush tropical fruit and honeysuckle. The introduction of Sauvignon Blanc broadens the flavor and texture, elevating the crisp, floral, and mineral side of the wine.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2011	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	This fresh, vibrant and fruity Chenin Blanc shows rich floral aromatics of jasmine, lavender, and orange blossom with flavors of star fruit, apple and apricot on a crisp mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2010	Washington	White Wine	91	This fresh, tart and delightfully fruity Chenin Blanc shows Asian pear, lavender, perfumed honeysuckle and orange blossom aromas with flavors of sweet apple, apricot and pink grapefruit on a robust and crisp mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2014	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This fresh and vibrant Chenin Blanc shows highly expressive aromatics of passion fruit and orange blossom, with flavors of star fruit, tangerine and apple on a balanced, crisp mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	This fresh and vibrant Chenin Blanc shows abundant expressive aromatics of jasmine, passion fruit, and orange blossom with flavors of star fruit and apple on a balanced, crisp mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	92	L'Ecole Nº 41 has produced this old vine, Vouvray style Chenin Blanc since 1987. Jean Ferguson, L'Ecole Nº 41's founding winemaker, loved this wine and crafted her version of Vouvray through cold fermentation to enhance the fruity and floral esters.
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2015	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	#78
L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2016	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	L’Ecole N° 41 has produced this old vine, crisp and aromatic Vouvray-style Chenin Blanc since 1987.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2001	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	94	The robust flavors of this immense and densely extracted Bordeaux blend from Pepper Bridge Vineyard seduces you with intense aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ripe black plum, while saturating your palate with ripe blackberry, chocolate, and creamy smooth caramel flavors.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2006	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2008	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Boldly aromatic, this sophisticated and complex wine has aromas of spice and earthy hints of sweet tobacco and leather. Dense dark fruit is wrapped in nuances of smoke, cocoa, and mint with gripping tannins as the finish persists.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2007	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	Boldly aromatic, this mature wine has aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg, earthy hints of sweet tobacco and leather, and smoky dark fruit packed with chocolate, mint and cherry fruit on a richly balanced and integrated finish.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2012	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	This sophisticated and complex wine has brooding aromas of black cherry, dried cassis, cola nut, and currant. Flavors of tobacco leaf, dense dark fruit and sage are wrapped in gentle gripping tannins on a persistent leafy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2013	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	91	This sophisticated and complex wine has brooding aromas of black cherry, dried cassis, kola nut, and anise. Flavors of tobacco, dark fruit and sage are wrapped in gentle gripping tannins on a lengthy finish.
L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2014	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	L'Ecole No 41 has been producing Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee since 1993. Apogee represents their best effort to capture this vineyar'’s distinctive and characteristic spicy bold aromas, dark fruit flavors, robust tannins and rich structure.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2005	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2006	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Blend: 86% Semillon, 14% Sauvignon Blanc
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2007	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Remarkably brilliant with rich fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom, tangerine and floral aromas, with melon, fresh apple, pear, lychee nut and key-lime flavors on a honeysuckle mineral-rich finish. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2008	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Remarkably brilliant with rich fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom, lemon and floral aromas, with melon, pear, lychee nut and key-lime flavors on a honeysuckle mineral-rich finish.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2010	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	87	Remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom and honey aromas, with pretty layers of lemon bar, apricot and keylime expanding on a balanced finish.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2009	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	83% Semillon, 17% Sauvignon Blanc.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2012	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this pretty floral wine shows citrus blossom, jasmine and honeyed aromas, with layers of lemon custard, apricot and key-lime expanding on a balanced finish.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2013	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	90	Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. The cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. The wine is remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this pretty floral wine shows citrus blossom, jasmine and honeyed aromas, with layers of lemon custard, apricot and key-lime expanding on a balanced finish.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2015	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	89	Rich with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows pretty orange blossom, apple and melon aromas, with layers of lemon custard, fresh apricot and honeysuckle flavors expanding on a balanced finish. Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine.
L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2018	Columbia Valley, Washington	White Wine	91	This aromatic gem shows multiple layers of stone fruit, melon, and floral aromas with flavors of pear and lemon custard on a refreshingly balanced finish.
L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2001	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	92	One of Wine Spectator's 2003 Top 100 Wines!
L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2011	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries dark aromas of earth, olive, tobacco, and white pepper with pretty floral notes of violet. The rich mid-palate shows flavors of ripe plum and dense blackberry that give way to a concentrated and unrelenting earthy mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2014	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries savory aromas of bacon fat and black pepper with floral notes of violet. The rich mid-palate shows flavors of dark plum and dense blackberry that give way to a concentrated and unrelenting earthy, mineral finish.
L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2015	Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington	Red Wine	90	This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries savory aromas of olive tapenade and black pepper with floral notes of violet. The expansive palate shows flavors of dense dark fruit, bitter chocolate, and barrel spice that give way to a concentrated earthy mineral finish.

Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 1997

Australia

Red Wine

91

Beautifully focused and bright, this Shiraz delivers juicy, vibrant black cherry, berry and plum flavors on an elegant frame. Tannins are soft, and the finish hints at black pepper and exotic spices as it lasts and lasts. 5,000 cases made. (HS)

Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 1998

Australia

Red Wine

92

"Bright and flavorful, supple and silky, with generous black cherry, anise and sweet leather flavors that last and last on the fine-grained finish. Drink now through 2010. 5,000 cases made." (HS) Wine Spectator

Leasingham Clare Classic Shiraz 2001

Australia

Red Wine

92

Deep ruby red with purple hues and brilliant clarity, the Leasingham Classic Clare Shiraz shows lifted mulberry fruit with dark chocolate on the nose which is carried through on the palate with concentrated sweet mulberry and raspberry fruits with creamy chocolate and coffee bean. The palate is rich and concentrated and is balanced with fine silky tannins. Richly concentrated, this Shiraz epitomises the true essence of the Clare Valley; complexity and elegance.

Leasingham Clare Valley Bin 56 Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

Red Wine

90

Cassis scents come up with air, filling this cabernet with currant, then raspberry and mixed berry flavors, only to be pushed back by the black tannin.

Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2003

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

White Wine

87

This wine is pale straw in color with brilliant green hues. On the nose the wine shows lifted, fresh pineapple fragrance with citrus spice. The palate shows punchy, ripe lemon, citrus spice with fleshy fruit sweetness. Coupled with fine mouth-watering acidity, the finish is fresh and lively. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 5-8 years.

Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2006

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

White Wine

90

The 2006 Magnus Riesling displays all the hallmarks of fine Clare Valley Riesling - juicy acidity, lemony citrus and fullness of flavor.

Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2007

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

White Wine

91

In its inaugural release, the 2006 Magnus Riesling displays all the hallmarks of fine Clare Valley Riesling; juicy acidity, lemony citrus and fullness of flavor. The palate shows fresh punchy citrus fruit balanced out by delicious, tangy acidity, and finishes long and refreshing.

Leasingham Magnus Riesling 2004

Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia

White Wine

89

Riesling thrives in the warm, sunny days of the Clare Valley, with cool night temperatures ensuring the wines stay fresh and balanced, with racy acidity. The vineyards that provide fruit for the Leasingham Magnus Riesling are characterized by high altitude and lean, slate soils.

Lecheneaut Gevrey-Chambertin 2015

Gevrey-Chambertin, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

93

ith the spark of youth, the color is a vibrant ruby. With age, the color deepens to a crimson hue, like a black cherry. Strawberry, blackberry, violet, and rose are all a part of its spontaneous aromas; however maturation will bring forth a more licorice bouquet. Full and powerful, rich and bodied, its strong structure is confirmed. Tannins create a velvety touch, enhanced by a very fine grain, without harshness. Can be enjoyed young with its fruity notes; however, this is definitely a wine to be aged.

Lecheneaut Gevrey-Chambertin 2014

Gevrey-Chambertin, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

90

With the spark of youth, the color is a vibrant ruby. With age, the color deepens to a crimson hue, like a black cherry. Strawberry, blackberry, violet, and rose are all a part of its spontaneous aromas; however maturation will bring forth a more licorice bouquet. Full and powerful, rich and bodied, its strong structure is confirmed. Tannins create a velvety touch, enhanced by a very fine grain, without harshness. Can be enjoyed young with its fruity notes; however, this is definitely a wine to be aged.

Lecheneaut Morey-Saint-Denis 2012

Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

90

It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.

Lecheneaut Morey-Saint-Denis 2016

Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

90

This cuvée is sourced from several parcels, spread out over .22 hectares total: Pierres Virants is 80% of the blend, with the balance made up of fruit from En Seuvrey, Cognées and Porroux. The vines are rooted in limestone and chalky-clay soils from the Jurassic period: Bathonian white öolite on the top of the hill and Bajocian chalk on the downslope, with a pocket of marl just above the village itself.

Lecheneaut Morey-St-Denis 2014

Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

91

It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.

Lecheneaut Morey-St-Denis 2015

Morey-St-Denis, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

93

It’s most common look is an assertive tone (bright ruby, intense garnet carmine) with purple highlights. The bouquet is divided among black fruit (black current, blueberry) and pitted red fruits (cherry). With age, it evokes moss and truffle. Sustained and structured, it possesses the right balance between a powerful body and a fruity expression.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges 2014

Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

92

With a purple tint, intense and sometimes veering to mauve, the aromas often evoke rose and licorice. Other aromas include cherry, strawberry, blackcurrant, leather, truffle, fur, and game. Macerated fruity notes complete the bouquet. Vigorous and robust, it has body and character with a balanced and framed structure. Long lasting on the palate, it can be fully enjoyed after several years of ageing; maturity brings a sultry and elegant roundness.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges 2015

Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

93

With a purple tint, intense and sometimes veering to mauve, the aromas often evoke rose and licorice. Young aromas of cherry, strawberry, and blackcurrant. Mature aromas of leather, truffle, fur, and game. Macerated fruity notes complete the bouquet. Vigorous and robust, it has body and character with a balanced and framed structure. Long lasting on the palate, it can be fully enjoyed after several years of ageing; maturity brings a sultry and elegant roundness.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2011

Burgundy, France

Red Wine

91

The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2014

Burgundy, France

Red Wine

93

The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2015

Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

94

The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St. Georges Damodes Premier Cru 2016

Burgundy, France

Red Wine

95

The freshness and the purity of fruit combine with a fine structure, tender and supple. Easily approachable in its youth, it surprises by its capacity to assert its personality during ageing.

Lecheneaut Nuits-St-Georges Les Pruliers Premier Cru 2015

Nuits-St-Georges, Cote de Nuits, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France

Red Wine

95

Les Pruliers display a strong color. Young, it imposes its personality. Fresh red fruit aromas mingle with fine plant fragrances evoking wild prunes as well as notes of licorice and spiced roses. Mature, depth and roundness mask a strict final frame. You will perceive aromas of cocoa, smoked meat, and undergrowth. Age brings forth a generous and sensual smoothness.

L'Ecole 41 Barrel Fermented Semillon 2002

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Rich in flavor and body, this wine shows honey, melon and soft tropical fruit flavors, with a hint of apricot and fig. The viscous mouth feel integrates these fruit components with a touch of vanilla and lemon, resulting in a crisp long finish.

L'Ecole 41 Barrel Fermented Semillon 2004

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

"Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood, or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing."

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2004

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

87

"The structure and backbone of this wine comes from the slightly cooler growing conditions of Fair Acre Vineyard and Evergreen Vineyards, with the riper melon and tropical flavors accentuated by the warmer Sagemoor and Goose Ridge sites. Crisp acidity, ripe tropical flavors and a slight mineral edge harmonize with the richness of this Burgundian style Chardonnay."

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2006

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

Elegantly balanced, this Burgundian style Chardonnay shows Fuji apple, Asian pear and ripe pineapple and tropical flavors with subtle mineral and spice that gain complexity on a long, robust finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2005

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

"Some of the best Chardonnays in Washington State are grown in the slightly cooler growing conditions of Yakima Valley and in the northern latitudes of the Columbia Valley. Fair Acre Vineyard (Yakima Valley) provides ripe tropical fruit, while Evergreen (latitude 47 on the Columbia River) contributes crisp acidity and minerality. The old vines at the warmer Sagemoor Vineyard provide a nuance of ripe melon and pear on this Burgundian style Chardonnay."

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2008

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

88

This elegantly balanced Chardonnay shows robust acidity and purity of fruit with subdued tropical fruit, orange blossom and Asian pear flavors and subtle mineral nuances that gain complexity on a long, robust finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2009

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Some of the best Chardonnays in Washington State are grown in the slightly cooler growing conditions of Yakima Valley and in the northern latitudes of the Columbia Valley. The Schmitt Vineyard (Yakima Valley) provides nice tropical fruit, while Evergreen (latitude 47 on the Columbia River) contributes crisp acidity and minerality.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2007

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This wine is a blend of three distinguished vineyards: 52% Schmitt Vineyard; 36% Evergreen and 12% Bacchus.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, fresh apple, and old world characters of flint and slate. The elegant structure of this wine is finely balanced between richness and minerality, adding complexity on the clean, lingering finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2014

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and nutmeg with old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2015

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an enticing mix of tropical fruit, apple, and nutmeg with old world characters of flint and slate. The rich structure of this wine is finely balanced with texture and minerality, adding complexity on the full, lingering finish.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2016

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

This beautifully expressive Chardonnay offers an inviting mix of baked apple, dried mango, brioche, and stone. Complex, with excellent balance, the finish builds to a long fruit-mineral-spice aftertaste.

L'Ecole 41 Chardonnay 2018

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

89

This classic Chardonnay offers an inviting mix of baked apple, Asian pear, and stone. With lemon oil and brioche on the mid-palate, this wine lively builds to a long mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Its elegant, old world structure and dense, dark fruit flavors show cassis, black cherry and cocoa with leather, tobacco and savory spice on a beautifully balanced toasty finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

With its classic varietal Cabernet profile, this focused and integrated wine shows layers of dark fruit, coffee, earth and baking spice. Flavors of plum, blackberry and cassis mingle with dusty fine tannins through a long, expressive finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

With its classic varietal Cabernet profile, this focused and integrated wine shows layers of dark fruit, coffee, earth and baking spice. Flavors of plum, blackberry and cassis mingle with dusty fine tannins through a long, expressive finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

For over 30 years, L’Ecole has built long term partnerships with the oldest and most proven vineyards, providing access to some of the best fruit in the Columbia Valley. With average vine age of more than 20 years, this wine shows a classic Cabernet Sauvignon profile of firm structure, integrated tannins, and dark expressive fruit.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2000

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

88

L'Ecole No 41 is indisputabley best known for Merlot. Fermentation control is carried out in a traditional Bordeaux style, with small lot fermentations punched down by hand for optimal color and flavor extraction. Tannins are minimized during fermentation and in the press cycle where we do not exceed 1 bar of pressure. The wine is gently racked into a combination of new and older French and American oak barrels and aged for 18 months. With rich black cherry and berry fruit flavors in balance with the tannins, we choose not to fine this wine before filtering.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2003

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

88

Rich with spicy, aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon, this Merlot shows ripe black plum, blackberry and dark cocoa flavors, with notes of leather and sweet tobacco encased in a toasty, ripe black cherry finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2004

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Rich and spicy, with aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and cinnamon, this Merlot shows ripe black plum, blackberry and dark flavors encased in a peppery, chocolate, black cherry finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2005

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Blend: 80% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc,5% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2006

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

87

A blend of 80% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2007

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Rich with pretty aromatic aromas of nutmeg, clove and spice, this dark and brooding Merlot shows black cherry, blackberry, and earthy dark fruit flavors encased in a peppery, cocoa, toasty finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2010

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

89

Layered with enticing aromas of plum, clove and notes of violet, this full-bodied Merlot shows a robust core of cherry, blackberry and cola on a seamless finish of fine-grained, yet firm tannins.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2011

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Layered with enticing aromas of plum and notes of violet, this full bodied Merlot shows a robust core of black cherry, blackberry, and cola on a seamless finish of fine-grained yet firm tannin.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Layered with enticing aromas of black plum, espresso, violet and red flower, this full bodied Merlot shows a robust core of dried cherry, blackberry, and baking spice on a seamless finish of fine-grained yet firm tannin.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Layered with enticing aromas of black cherry, violet and rose petal. This full bodied Merlot shows a bright core of red fruit, blackberry, and baking spice on a seamless finish of fine-grained tannin.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2008

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

89

Rich with aromas of nutmeg, clove and spice, this dark and brooding Merlot showsrobust fruit flavors of black cherry and boysenberry layered in spice and cocoa on afine-grained tannin finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2014

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

89

Layered with enticing aromas of blackberry, violet, and mint, this full bodied Merlot shows balanced layers of huckleberry, plum, and baking spice on a seamless finishof fine-grained tannin.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Merlot 2016

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Layered with enticing aromas of black cherry, rose petal, and plum, this full-bodied yet balanced Merlot shows layers of baking spices and cocoa with a seamless finish of fine-grained tannins

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows flavors of black current, blueberry and earth through a finely textured finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2014

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows rich flavors of olive, blackberry and licorice through an earthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Dark, robust and spicy this harmonious Syrah shows rich flavors of black current, blueberry and licorice through a savory finish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2015

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Dark, robust and spicy this full bodied Syrah shows rich flavors of boysenberry fruit de pate, peppercorn, and licorice through an earthyfinish.

L'Ecole 41 Columbia Valley Syrah 2016

Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

Dark, robust and spicy this full-bodied Syrah shows rich flavors of black & blue berries, peppercorn, and licorice through an earthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2012

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. With complex aromas this wine offers bold dark fruit, espresso, chicory and leather with rich graphite flint and iron minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are buoyed with balanced, natural acidity leading to a robust, persistent finish.

L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2013

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. With complex aromas this wine offers bold dark fruit, espresso and tobacco with flint and iron minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are buoyed with balanced, natural acidity leading to a robust, persistent finish.

L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2014

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Ferguson’s flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its basalt soil. This wine offers complex aromas of espresso, tobacco, and dark fruit with flint and graphite minerality. Intricate layers in the mid-palate are balanced with natural acidity leading to a robust and lingering finish

L'Ecole 41 Ferguson Estate Red 2017

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

Ferguson's flavor profile is distinctly influenced by its volcanic basalt soil. This richly structured wine offers complex aromas of espresso, chocolate, and dark mineral–laced fruit. Layers of wild blackberries and focused tannins integrate with flint and graphite on the palate. Structured and intense, Ferguson's concentrated natural acidity leads to a powerful and lingering finish.

L'Ecole 41 Fries Vineyard Semillon 2002

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

The Fries Semillon shows aromas of ripe tropical fruit and apricot with a vanilla-orange nose. The bright crisp mouth shows pear and apple flavors with lemon peel and slight clove on the finish.

L'Ecole 41 Fries Vineyard Semillon 2003

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

93

The Fries Semillon shows aromas of ripe tropical fruit and apricot with a vanilla-orange nose. The bright crisp mouth shows pear and apple flavors with lemon peel and slight clove on the finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2007

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Luminesce captures the refreshing and illuminating aspect of this classic Bordeaux blend. This Estate wine is anchored with Semillon at its core, providing lush tones of melon, pear and honeysuckle. The introduction of Sauvignon Blanc broadens the flavor and texture, elevating the crisp, floral and mineral side of the wine. Like our red Bordeaux blend Perigee, Luminesce exemplifies the distinct, signature characteristics of our Estate Seven Hills Vineyard.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2008

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Rich and complex, this Estate Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc shows exotic star fruit, papaya and tropical flavors with lychee and melon on a spicy, crisp mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2009

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

Rich and complex, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, star fruit and papaya aromas. A creamy edge enhances the lush, tropical fruit flavors which gain depth on the lengthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2010

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2012

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows lanolin, apricot, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy clean finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2011

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Rich and integrated, our Estate Luminesce shows exotic spice, kiwi, star fruit and mineral aromas. A citrus edge enhances the creamy, wet stone and passion fruit flavors which gain depth on a lengthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2013

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

92

Rich and harmonious our estate Luminesce offers creamy aromas and flavors of kiwi, star and passion fruits. The finish is seamless, lingering with citrus and mineral elements.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2014

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

Rich and harmonious our estate Luminesce offers aromas and flavors of lemongrass, kiwi, white peach and melon. The finish is seamless, lingering with citrus and mineral elements.

L'Ecole 41 Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard 2016

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Luminesce, our white Bordeaux blend, is anchored with Semillon at its core, providing lush tropical fruit and honeysuckle. The introduction of Sauvignon Blanc broadens the flavor and texture, elevating the crisp, floral, and mineral side of the wine.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2011

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

This fresh, vibrant and fruity Chenin Blanc shows rich floral aromatics of jasmine, lavender, and orange blossom with flavors of star fruit, apple and apricot on a crisp mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2010

Washington

White Wine

91

This fresh, tart and delightfully fruity Chenin Blanc shows Asian pear, lavender, perfumed honeysuckle and orange blossom aromas with flavors of sweet apple, apricot and pink grapefruit on a robust and crisp mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2014

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This fresh and vibrant Chenin Blanc shows highly expressive aromatics of passion fruit and orange blossom, with flavors of star fruit, tangerine and apple on a balanced, crisp mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

This fresh and vibrant Chenin Blanc shows abundant expressive aromatics of jasmine, passion fruit, and orange blossom with flavors of star fruit and apple on a balanced, crisp mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

92

L'Ecole Nº 41 has produced this old vine, Vouvray style Chenin Blanc since 1987. Jean Ferguson, L'Ecole Nº 41's founding winemaker, loved this wine and crafted her version of Vouvray through cold fermentation to enhance the fruity and floral esters.

L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2015

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

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L'Ecole 41 Old Vines Chenin Blanc 2016

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

L’Ecole N° 41 has produced this old vine, crisp and aromatic Vouvray-style Chenin Blanc since 1987.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2001

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

94

The robust flavors of this immense and densely extracted Bordeaux blend from Pepper Bridge Vineyard seduces you with intense aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ripe black plum, while saturating your palate with ripe blackberry, chocolate, and creamy smooth caramel flavors.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2006

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 4% Cabernet Franc

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2008

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Boldly aromatic, this sophisticated and complex wine has aromas of spice and earthy hints of sweet tobacco and leather. Dense dark fruit is wrapped in nuances of smoke, cocoa, and mint with gripping tannins as the finish persists.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2007

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

Boldly aromatic, this mature wine has aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg, earthy hints of sweet tobacco and leather, and smoky dark fruit packed with chocolate, mint and cherry fruit on a richly balanced and integrated finish.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2012

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

This sophisticated and complex wine has brooding aromas of black cherry, dried cassis, cola nut, and currant. Flavors of tobacco leaf, dense dark fruit and sage are wrapped in gentle gripping tannins on a persistent leafy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2013

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

91

This sophisticated and complex wine has brooding aromas of black cherry, dried cassis, kola nut, and anise. Flavors of tobacco, dark fruit and sage are wrapped in gentle gripping tannins on a lengthy finish.

L'Ecole 41 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee 2014

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

L'Ecole No 41 has been producing Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee since 1993. Apogee represents their best effort to capture this vineyar'’s distinctive and characteristic spicy bold aromas, dark fruit flavors, robust tannins and rich structure.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2005

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2006

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Blend: 86% Semillon, 14% Sauvignon Blanc

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2007

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Remarkably brilliant with rich fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom, tangerine and floral aromas, with melon, fresh apple, pear, lychee nut and key-lime flavors on a honeysuckle mineral-rich finish. Try it with a goat cheese appetizer, spicy seafood or your traditional Thanksgiving turkey and dressing.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2008

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Remarkably brilliant with rich fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom, lemon and floral aromas, with melon, pear, lychee nut and key-lime flavors on a honeysuckle mineral-rich finish.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2010

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

87

Remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows fragrant citrus blossom and honey aromas, with pretty layers of lemon bar, apricot and keylime expanding on a balanced finish.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2009

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

83% Semillon, 17% Sauvignon Blanc.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2012

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this pretty floral wine shows citrus blossom, jasmine and honeyed aromas, with layers of lemon custard, apricot and key-lime expanding on a balanced finish.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2013

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

90

Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. The cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine. The wine is remarkably brilliant with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this pretty floral wine shows citrus blossom, jasmine and honeyed aromas, with layers of lemon custard, apricot and key-lime expanding on a balanced finish.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2015

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

89

Rich with vibrant fruit and balanced acidity, this wine shows pretty orange blossom, apple and melon aromas, with layers of lemon custard, fresh apricot and honeysuckle flavors expanding on a balanced finish. Few Semillons show their richness and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Our cool harvest nights help to ensure crisp natural acidity, making this a wonderful food pairing wine.

L'Ecole 41 Semillon 2018

Columbia Valley, Washington

White Wine

91

This aromatic gem shows multiple layers of stone fruit, melon, and floral aromas with flavors of pear and lemon custard on a refreshingly balanced finish.

L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2001

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

92

One of Wine Spectator's 2003 Top 100 Wines!

L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2011

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries dark aromas of earth, olive, tobacco, and white pepper with pretty floral notes of violet. The rich mid-palate shows flavors of ripe plum and dense blackberry that give way to a concentrated and unrelenting earthy mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2014

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries savory aromas of bacon fat and black pepper with floral notes of violet. The rich mid-palate shows flavors of dark plum and dense blackberry that give way to a concentrated and unrelenting earthy, mineral finish.

L'Ecole 41 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Syrah 2015

Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington

Red Wine

90

This beautifully balanced Estate Syrah marries savory aromas of olive tapenade and black pepper with floral notes of violet. The expansive palate shows flavors of dense dark fruit, bitter chocolate, and barrel spice that give way to a concentrated earthy mineral finish.