Sémillon  2014

L'ECOLE NO. 41

Sémillon
2014

Country
United States
Regulated designation
American Viticultural Areas (AVA)
Region
Washington
Subregion
Columbia Valley
Varietal(s)
Sémillon 90 %
Sauvignon Blanc 10 %
Alcohol percentage
14.5%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Total acidity
6.2 g/l
PH
3.26
Producer's website

About this winery

A family-owned business, L'Ecole Nº 41 was founded by Jean and Baker Ferguson. Today, the winery is owned and operated by their daughter and son-in-law, Megan and Martin Clubb. Built in 1915, the schoolhouse is located in historic Frenchtown, a small community just west of Walla Walla, Washington. Frenchtown derived its name from the many French-Canadians who settled the valley during the early 1800s. Legend has it, these men of French descent were raising grapes and producing wine. By the...

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Production notes

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.

Tasting notes

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 textured, balanced finish.

Press reviews

Decanter

- 91 points -

Sarah Jane Evans, March 2018 (Vintage 2015)

From the Roqueta family, long in the business and doing innovative work. This Garnacha with a dash of Syrah and Morenillo has rich and fleshy flavours of blueberry, liquorice and green pepper. Terra Alta is a great source of high-quality value wines.

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 Wine Enthusiast

- 90 points -

Sean Sullivan , (Vintage 2020)

L’Ecole has championed this variety in the state for decades, and this wine is consistently one of Washington’s best values. Aromas of fig and lanolin are followed by full-feeling, textured flavors. As always with this variety, the enjoyment is equal parts feel and flavor. Enjoy it now or give it some time in the cellar. Either way, you will not be disappointed.

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