2021 L'Ecole 41 Cabernet Sauvignon [D93][JS93][V92+][JS92][WS90]

Producer: L'Ecole  
Region: Walla Walla Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington  
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon 
Year: 2021  

Decanter, 93 Points 

"A noble Cabernet Sauvignon from L'Ecole 41 with structure for serious longevity. Crafted from four sites meant to showcase the diversity in the Walla Walla Valley's terroir, the nose features bay leaf and blackberries with mint framed by a mineral streak of graphite. The palate is densely layered with baking chocolate, cinnamon, and eucalyptus, enveloping a core of black fruits. The tannins frame the wine nicely and reveal that this wine is one to cellar." 

Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Points 

"Cassis, spicy wood, vibrant flowers, and hints of spicy oak all emerge from the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley, a nicely balanced, elegant and medium-bodied Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that has ripe, polished tannins and a great finish." 

Vinous, 92+ Points 

"Dark and brooding, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley entices with hints of blood orange and split pine before giving way to blackberries and sage. Creamy textures envelop the palate with ripe red berry fruits and sweet spices as a tinge of zesty acidity maintains energy throughout. Mineral-driven, tactile, structured and long." 

James Suckling, 92 Points 

"A compact, dark-fruited cabernet showing black currant, blueberry, ink and tomato leaf aromas. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins that melt into the black fruit." 

Wine Spectator, 90 Points 

"A solidly built version, with tightly focused currant and blackberry flavors framed by dried herbs and bitter chocolate. Finishes with a nip of tannins. Drink now through 2031. 2,050 cases made." 

Alcohol: 14.5% 

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