Château De L'ecole
L'Ecole No. 41
Evergreen Vineyard Chardonnay 2017
Easy drinking chard — 7 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Estate Grown Walla Walla Valley Merlot Cabernet Franc 2015
So much depth and character. Supple mouthfeel and rich velvety flavors. A true pleasure to drink — 7 years ago
Pepper Bridge
Estate Vineyards Walla Walla Valley Merlot 2014
The 14 is a blend of 77% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc & 7% Merlot. Nose of; ruby dark cassis, blackberries, black plum, dark cherries, black raspberries, hues of blue fruits, pepper and liquid violets. The mouthfeel is lush & ruby. M+ body & M+ tannins. Blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries and hues of blue fruits. Crushed rocks, soft leather, dry herbs, underbrush, loamy soil powder, notes of cigar, violets, dark florals, nice acidity and beautifully round, lush finish with sex appeal. Photos of; an aerial view of Pepper Bridge, estate grapes going through veraison, Owner-Norm McKibben, and ground shot of the estate. Producer notes and history...Norm McKibben is one of founding fathers of Walla Walla's wine industry. To his good friends and colleagues, he is better know as "Stormin' Norman." In Norm's 30 plus years in Walla Walla, the valley has evolved from a 40 vineyard acres to an appellation with more than 2,800 acres under vine. A good portion of the boom can be attributed to Norm even after coming to the game late after working for several decades as an engineer in the construction industry. Not wanting to retire after, he moved to Walla Walla to become an apple farmer. In 1989, he realized Walla Walla's potential for grape growing. Norm planted his first vineyard with help from his wife, Virginia and their eldest son, Shane. Two years later, Norm added Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. These vines soon became the backbone of Pepper Bridge. Not long after he expanded his business and resume further. Norm got involved in the budding wine industry. He served as a partner and director at Canoe Ridge Vineyards, Hogue Cellars and worked with a number of Walla Walla's leading vintners. In 1996, he partnered with Gary Figgins of Leonetti Cellar and Marty Clubb of L'Ecole No. 41. At this point, McKibben had increased his vineyard holdings to 200 acres. In 1998, Norm officially started Pepper Bridge Winery. Today, Pepper Bridge Winery is a benchmark property in Walla Walla and Norm is an icon of the industry. He manages and consults for more than 600 acres of the top vineyard sites in Walla Walla; Pepper Bridge, Seven Hills and Les Collines. Norm also has introduced state of the art irrigation systems, soil moisture temperature monitoring equipment and sustainable farming techniques. Norm is a big believer in sustainable viticulture. All of his vineyards are certified sustainable by VINEA, the Walla Walla Valley's Sustainable Trust, and LIVE, an Oregon-based sustainable viticulture organization. They are also certified Salmon Safe and are monitored by the IOBC, the international body responsible for setting sustainability standards. In 1998, the Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers honored Norm as "Grape Grower of the Year." That same year, he was appointed chair of the Washington Wine Commission and served in that position until retiring from the organization in 2001. If there is a Maverick of the Walla Walla wine producers, it would be Norm. — 8 years ago
Domaine Seguin-Manuel
Lavières 1er Cru Pinot Noir
Second course at L'Ecole - favorite wine of the night — 10 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Columbia Valley Chardonnay 2012
Great walla walla wine — 10 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sémillon 2017
This pungent, pristine Sémillon entices with scents of lemon curd and orange blossom. Dense and lively on the palate, it conveys a subtle touch of honeyed sweetness to its juicy flavors of citrus peel, white stone fruits, flowers and minerals. The palate-dusting finish is long and alive. $21.00 (Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, October 2019) — 6 years ago
The Marcus Whitman
Signature Red Blend
First to rate this wine. Received when staying at the Marcus Whitman hotel. Merlot dominant blend, with Cab, Cab Franc and Petite Verdot. Made by L'Ecole. Fruit forward and enjoyable table wine. A good reminder of a great trip. — 8 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Columbia Valley Syrah 2014
L'Ecole means "The School" for those of you French challenged. On the nose, dark currants, smoke, grilled meats, black licorice anise, white pepper, milk & dark chocolate, dry powdery soil with stones & dark decayed flowers. The palate is rich & thick. Dark currants, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, strawberries after it opens up, dark chocolate, mocha, caramel, violets, dark flowers, dry stones with dry top soil, grilled meats, pepper & black licorice anise. Still quite big...needs time to develop. Good round acidity and lush, sexy long finish. — 8 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Perigee Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2013
Great blend from Washington. Enjoyable. Bordeaux style. — 9 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Ferguson Vineyard Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2012
Château de l'Ecole
Sauternes Sémillon Blend 2016
La Música del Vi. Casa Llotja de Mar.
01.03.20 — 6 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Estate Grown Luminesce Seven Hills Vineyard Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2015
Citrus lemon/ lime zest blend, a touch of green apple, melon, pineapple, soft minerals, powdery chalkiness, bright acidity and a round polished finish. — 8 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Cabernet Franc 2006
Fantastic cherry, blackberry w hint of smoke — 8 years ago
Château Rollan de By
Cru Bourgeois Médoc Red Bordeaux Blend 2010
May 10, 2016. Lunch wine, day 2 l'Ecole du Vin. 70% merlot, 10% each Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, & Petit Verdot. Well balanced lovely — 9 years ago
Trefethen Family Vineyards
Oak Knoll District Merlot 2011
Really enjoyed this full bodied wine for todd's birthday dinner at L'ecole — 10 years ago
L'Ecole No. 41
Estate Grown Walla Walla Valley Merlot 2012
2012 vintage- nice pepper/oak/fruit on the nose and great firm structure. Could bottle age or drink now. Would love to try it in another couple years. — 10 years ago
David Shaw
Pale yellow white, excellent clarity. Floral and vanilla aromas, with hints of wet wool and sun-dried linen. Good acid, lemon, peach and apple flavors, slightly bitter finish. Varietally on point, bone dry but fruity to my reckoning — 5 years ago