L’Ecole No. 41 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley, Washington

2017 Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The L’Ecole No. 41 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon from Columbia Valley, Washington, is a medium-bodied red wine with low acidity and moderate fruit intensity. The tannins in this wine are notable, adding structure and depth to each sip. This Cabernet Sauvignon beautifully showcases the characteristics of the Columbia Valley region, offering a balanced profile that is both approachable and elegant.

Tasting notes:

This wine is all about complexity. The dark fruit mingles with espresso, savory herbs, and dried roses.

Fresh Herbs

Rose Petal

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:

Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:

Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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