95pts Decanter

A vivid blackberry and cherry core with savoury turned-earth and mineral fluctuations. Ample bodied with expansive tannins and a plume of baking spice warmth to finish.

92pts Owen Bargreen

This wine is sourced from prestigious vineyard sites representing four unique soil types in the Walla Walla Valley. Its old-world structure, dense dark fruit flavors, and elegant tannins exemplify the best of Walla Walla.

Elegant and beautiful, this refined Cabernet Sauvignon captivates with its aromatic clarity, offering deep notes of black currant, thyme, rose petals, and graphite, accented by hints of baking spice, dark chocolate, and a savory earthiness. On the palate, vibrant flavors of black plum, blackberry, and lavender unfold gracefully, supported by polished cocoa powder tannins and a bold, enduring finish.

91pts James Suckling

This pure cabernet sauvignon has aromas of blackcurrants, bay leaves, walnuts and nutmeg. It’s full-bodied, supple and very drinkable, with fine-grained tannins and a creamy texture. Drink or hold.

91pts Vinous

The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley is savory in the glass, with a brooding mix of crushed blackberries, pencil shavings and ashen stone. It’s silken in feel with polished red and black fruits, all guided by a core of juicy acidity. This 2022 tapers off refined and long, leaving a staining of primary concentration and sweet tannins as hints of licorice fade.

Tasting Notes

With its classic Cabernet profile, this expressive wine shows layers of dark fruits, cocoa, graphite, thyme, and espresso accented by a subtle hint of lavender. The palate showcases blackberry, cassis, and herb flavors leading to a flavorful finish supported by fine tannins.

Winemaker Notes

For over 40 years, L’Ecole has built long-term partnerships with the oldest and most proven vineyards, providing access to some of the best fruit in the Columbia Valley. With an average vine age of more than 20 years, this wine shows a classic Cabernet Sauvignon profile of firm structure, integrated tannins, and dark expressive fruit.