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2016 L'Ecole No. 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

SKU #1460426 91 points James Suckling

Outer quote mark A very attractive cabernet sauvignon that has freshness and moderately dry tannins that nicely support the medium to full body. The finish has a lot of discreet herbal notes that add interest and make it even more food-friendly. Drink now. Inner quote mark (2/2019)

90 points Vinous

Outer quote mark Bright ruby-red. Cassis, plum, blueberry, graphite and smoky oak on the nose, plus hints of dusty sage and tobacco leaf. More easygoing in style than the Cabernet Franc Seven Hills (in spite of possessing sound acidity), with its supple flavors of dark fruits, spices and herbs in harmony from the outset. Finishes with refined tannins and rising berry persistence. This very well balanced Cabernet is drinkable right now as its fruit is in the foreground today. (ST) Inner quote mark (12/2019)

90 points Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark Precise and well-built, with elegantly expressive black cherry, dusty dried herb and spice flavors that linger toward polished tannins. Drink now through 2026. (TF) Inner quote mark (7/2019)

Jeb Dunnuck

Outer quote mark The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is all Cabernet Sauvignon and comes from a mix of sites in the Columbia Valley and was brought up in 25% new French oak. It has plenty of darker fruits and earthy, herbal notes, medium body, terrific fruit, and a balanced, layered, charming style that's going to keep for 8-10 years. As normal, it's a smoking value. Inner quote mark (4/2019)

Wine Enthusiast

Outer quote mark Bittersweet chocolate, spicy dried herb, barrel spice and cherry aromas lead to elegant, juicy, well-balanced fruit flavors that carry on the finish. Grippy tannins back it up. Pair it with food to see it at its best. (SS) Inner quote mark (7/2019)

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2016 L'Ecole No. 41 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

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Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends

- Cabernet Sauvignon has come a long way from its role as a blending varietal, however dominant, in the wines of Bordeaux. Today it is the most planted red varietal in the world. Identified as a descendent of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, the late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon needs to be planted in warmer climates to fully ripen. Its small berries can easily be identified for their distinctive blue color, thick skins and high tannins. And while the varietal has its own definitive characteristics: green pepper-like aromas and black currant flavors among them, it is perhaps most prized for its ability to convey terroir, vintage and winemaking. A relatively new varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon started making inroads into the wines of the Médoc and Graves in the late-18th century. Today it is also dominant in the up-and-coming Entre-Deux-Mers region of Bordeaux and can also be found in Southwest France. It is the companion varietal to Sangiovese in Italy's Super Tuscans and is planted all over Europe, stretching to lesser-known winegrowing regions like Russia and Lebanon. In the Americas Cabernet Sauvignon has found champions in every nook and cranny of California and among winemakers in Washington, where it complements plantings of Merlot. In South America, Cab thrives in Chile, but can also be found in smaller amounts in Argentina and even in Mexico.

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United States

- When people consider domestic wine, they normally think about the state of California. The fine viticultural Region within California, including the Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Cruz Mountains, Mendocino and Santa Barbara, are capable of growing grapes of world-class quality. But there's plenty of fabulous wine coming from other states, too. Oregon, Washington and New York are also causing eyebrows (and glassware) to be raised around the world.

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Washington

- Washington has become one of the most important wine producing states in the United States, and development continues to grow rapidly. In 1969, when California was exploding as a wine producer, Washington had only two wineries, but by 2000 that number had passed 100. Most of Washington's grape crop goes to uses other than wine. Merlot and Chardonnay have been the most successful in Washington. It's interesting to note that Washington's prime wine regions are located at 46° north, along the same latitude as the legendary French wine districts of Bordeaux and Burgundy. During the summer, Washington averages more than two hours more sunlight each day compared to California.

Alcohol Content (%):

14.5