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Winemaker Notes With a flavor profile distinctly influenced by its volcanic basalt soil, Ferguson is a richly structured and energetic wine offering complex, mineral-laced aromas of cassis, blackberries, fragrant violet, tobacco, and sandalwood. Layers of dark fruit and espresso are framed by expressive tannins integrated with crushed rocks and graphite on the palate. Intense, racy, and structured, Ferguson’s pronounced natural acidity carries through to a compelling and enduring finish. About Winery Founded in 1983 in the Walla Walla Valley, L'Ecole No 41 is one of Washington State's most iconic and oldest family-owned wineries. Housed in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on our label, we have earned international acclaim for producing distinctive wines of the highest quality. We craft ultra-premium wines that reflect the unmistakable typicity of Washington State and the unique terroir of our Walla Walla Valley vineyards. Growing and making 100% of our wines, each bottle is handcrafted with a commitment to quality in the vineyards and the winery. More than three decades of winemaking experience, ongoing investments in our Walla Walla Estate Ferguson and Seven Hills Vineyards, and long term relationships with many of the most prominent vineyards in Washington State are central to our well-known reputation for quality and consistency across our wine portfolio. These tenets will continue to sustain L'Ecole well into the future.  L'Ecole is one of the most honored wineries in Washington State. We are proud to be recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for fourteen consecutive years. In 2014, Decanter awarded our 2011 Estate Ferguson the International Trophy for Best Bordeaux Blend in the World! In 2016, the 2013 Ferguson won the International Trophy for Best New World Bordeaux Blend from the Six Nations Wine Challenge.

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Winemaker Notes This blend of our generous and supple 2018 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon is dominated by Oakville Ranch Vineyard. Located in the hills among famous neighbors Dalla Valle, Pedregal and Backus vineyards, Oakville Ranch produces powerful, rich, structured wines. Cabernet Sauvignon wines made from two other vineyards along Skellenger Lane were blended in to add expressive fruit character and lush tannins. Each component of this blend spent four weeks fermenting on skins to ensure that the tannins and fruit flavors were balanced. The resulting wine is rich and vibrant, offering vivid flavors of blackberry, raspberry, cassis and mocha. About Winery Sojourn Cellars was founded in 2001 by two tennis friends, Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley, who shared a passion for great wine and tennis. They started with small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from exceptional vineyard sources. Over the years, Sojourn Cellars has grown into a boutique winery producing highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their hands-off winemaking style allows the character of the vineyard sites to shine through in the wines.

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Winemaker Notes Frenchtown shows aromas of wild berries, red cherry, black currant, and anise.  The generous, fresh fruit flavors remain focused through an integrated finish. About Winery Founded in 1983 in the Walla Walla Valley, L'Ecole No 41 is one of Washington State's most iconic and oldest family-owned wineries. Housed in the historic Frenchtown School depicted on our label, we have earned international acclaim for producing distinctive wines of the highest quality. We craft ultra-premium wines that reflect the unmistakable typicity of Washington State and the unique terroir of our Walla Walla Valley vineyards. Growing and making 100% of our wines, each bottle is handcrafted with a commitment to quality in the vineyards and the winery. More than three decades of winemaking experience, ongoing investments in our Walla Walla Estate Ferguson and Seven Hills Vineyards, and long term relationships with many of the most prominent vineyards in Washington State are central to our well-known reputation for quality and consistency across our wine portfolio. These tenets will continue to sustain L'Ecole well into the future.  L'Ecole is one of the most honored wineries in Washington State. We are proud to be recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery of the Year for fourteen consecutive years. In 2014, Decanter awarded our 2011 Estate Ferguson the International Trophy for Best Bordeaux Blend in the World! In 2016, the 2013 Ferguson won the International Trophy for Best New World Bordeaux Blend from the Six Nations Wine Challenge.

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2015 | JS 99 Rich, complex, expressive; benchmark vintage. 2016 | JS 98 Stunning concentration, ripe blackcurrants, super-long finish. 2018 | JD 99 Powerful, textured, with fruit richness and freshness. 2019 | JD 98 Dense purple hue, cassis, graphite, tobacco; long aging potential. 2020 | Vinous 98 Muscular, blackberry, iodine, graphite; cellar-worthy. 2022 | JS 98 Structured, perfumed, powerful tannins; one of the most transparent Pape Cléments. About WineryChateau Pape Clément owes its name to its most illustrious owner. A man of the cloth born in 1264, Bertrand de Goth became Bishop of Comminges, in the Pyrenees Mountains, at the age of 31; he later became Archbishop of Bordeaux in 1299. He then received as a gift the property in Pessac, the Vineyard de La Mothe. Taken by a passion for the vine, he continually took part personally in equipping, organizing and managing the domain in accordance with the most modern and rational practices. Nevertheless, on 5 June 1305 the cardinals met in a conclave in Pérouse and appointed him to succeed Pope Benedict XI, who had passed away prematurely after only eleven months of reign. Bertrand de Goth took the name of Clement V. Supported by Philip IV, it was he who decided in 1309 to move the papal court to Avignon, thus breaking with Rome and its battles of influence. During this same period, the weight of his responsibilities led him to relinquish his property, giving it to the Archbishop of Bordeaux. Henceforward, the vineyard was to be known to posterity under the name of this enlightened pope. Management under the clergy brings modernity The grateful Church perpetuated Pope Clement's work. Each archbishop in turn turned to modernity and technical progress, to the point of the wine estate becoming a model vineyard. In addition to especially early harvests, which remain one of its special characteristics, Chateau Pape Clément is without a doubt the first vineyard in France to align vine stock to facilitate labour. At the end of the 18th century, the Archbishop of Bordeaux was dispossessed of his property. The papal vineyard became part of the public domain. 8 June 1937 was a dark day in the vineyard's history, when a violent hailstorm destroyed virtually the entirety of the estate. Two years later, Paul Montagne bought it and gradually brought it back to life. Thanks to his efforts, the vineyard returned to its former rank and stood up to the surge in urbanization. His descendents, Léo Montagne and Bernard Magrez, perpetuate this secular tradition so that Chateau Pape Clément wines continue to delight the wine-lovers of today and tomorrow.

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Winemaker Notes The small clusters of the 2022 vintage allowed us to make Chardonnays with appealing intensity, balance, and nuance. Our Sonoma Coast Chardonnay showcases three of the top vineyards in the region – Sangiacomo, Durell, and Gap’s Crown – with the goal of creating a cuvée that illustrates the varietal’s exceptional character across the region. We picked and fermented each component of this blend separately and aged them all for 11 months in 30% new French oak barrels. The resulting blend offers compelling new world aromas with fresh acidity and focus, reminiscent of the old world. About Winery Sojourn Cellars was founded in 2001 by two tennis friends, Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley, who shared a passion for great wine and tennis. They started with small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from exceptional vineyard sources. Over the years, Sojourn Cellars has grown into a boutique winery producing highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their hands-off winemaking style allows the character of the vineyard sites to shine through in the wines.

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Winemaker Notes The 2022 Kupe by Escarpment Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough, Wairarapa, New Zealand) is a striking expression of the Abel clone Pinot Noir, grown on Escarpment’s home block vineyard along Te Muna Road. It shows a deep ruby color with violet reflections and opens with aromas of ripe raspberry, black cherry, and wild rose, layered with cedar, sandalwood, bitter orange zest, and subtle graphite minerality. On the palate, it is ample and velvety, combining rich fruit concentration with fresh acidity. Notes of dark cherry, framboise, and spice are supported by silky, well-integrated tannins, leading to a long, elegant, and persistent finish. This wine balances power and finesse, reflecting both the terroir of Martinborough and the meticulous élevage in French oak. About Winery  Escarpment Winery was founded in 1998 in Martinborough, Wairarapa, New Zealand, by acclaimed winemaker Larry McKenna—often referred to as “The Prince of Pinot.” McKenna, already well-known for his work at Martinborough Vineyard, partnered with Australian investors Robert and Mem Kirby to establish the estate along Te Muna Road. Their vision was to craft Pinot Noir that could rival Burgundy while showcasing the unique character of Martinborough’s ancient alluvial soils and cool climate. Over the past 35 years, Escarpment has built a reputation as one of New Zealand’s leading Pinot Noir producers, while also making Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Gris, all reflecting the distinctive terroir of the region.

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Winemaker Notes Our 2016 bottling of the Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot noir continues to affirm this vineyard as one of the brightest stars in California. After the 2014’s #35 ranking on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 wines of 2016, and the 2015’s 95-point score from Robert Parker, the 2016 follows strongly with robust flavors and excellent structure. Much of this wine’s concentration derives from the site’s steep slopes and rocky soils, complemented by severe drought conditions and the tiny berries that resulted. The wine’s signature dark cherry aroma is enhanced by 10% whole cluster fermentation, adding depth and texture for a long complex finish. About Winery Sojourn Cellars was founded in 2001 by two tennis friends, Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley, who shared a passion for great wine and tennis. They started with small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from exceptional vineyard sources. Over the years, Sojourn Cellars has grown into a boutique winery producing highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their hands-off winemaking style allows the character of the vineyard sites to shine through in the wines.

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Tasting Notes This wine is powerful yet refined, offering classic Pommard grip balanced by Fourrier’s hallmark elegance. It is already impressive but will truly shine after a few years of aging, making it a strong candidate for collectors seeking a Premier Cru Burgundy with both structure and finesse. About Winery Domaine Fourrier, based in Gevrey-Chambertin, traces its roots back to the 1930s when Fernand Pernot established the estate, later passing it to his nephew Jean-Claude Fourrier. In 1994, Jean-Marie Fourrier took over at just 23 years old after training with Henri Jayer and Domaine Drouhin in Oregon, bringing a philosophy of minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, and restrained oak use. With many old-vine parcels planted between the 1930s and 1950s, the domaine quickly rose to prominence for producing transparent, terroir-driven wines. Today, Jean-Marie runs the estate alongside his family, maintaining its reputation as one of Burgundy’s most respected producers.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, based in Chambolle-Musigny in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, traces its origins back to the 15th century when the de Vogüé family first acquired vineyards in the region. Over centuries, the estate became one of Burgundy’s most prestigious domaines, remaining in the same noble lineage and eventually shaped in the 20th century by Comte Georges de Vogüé, who established its international reputation. Today, the domaine is best known as the largest holder of the legendary Musigny Grand Cru vineyard, with 7.12 hectares, alongside holdings in Bonnes-Mares and Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru. Renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the estate embodies centuries of tradition and excellence, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, purity, and depth.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, based in Chambolle-Musigny in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, traces its origins back to the 15th century when the de Vogüé family first acquired vineyards in the region. Over centuries, the estate became one of Burgundy’s most prestigious domaines, remaining in the same noble lineage and eventually shaped in the 20th century by Comte Georges de Vogüé, who established its international reputation. Today, the domaine is best known as the largest holder of the legendary Musigny Grand Cru vineyard, with 7.12 hectares, alongside holdings in Bonnes-Mares and Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru. Renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the estate embodies centuries of tradition and excellence, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, purity, and depth.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Georges Roumier, based in Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, was founded in 1924 when Georges Roumier married Geneviève Quanquin, whose dowry included vineyards that became the foundation of the estate. Georges began bottling under the domaine’s own label in 1945, a move that elevated its reputation. His son Jean-Marie later expanded the holdings, and in the 1980s, Jean-Marie’s son Christophe Roumier joined after studying oenology. Christophe brought a modern sensibility while preserving the domaine’s traditional style, emphasizing meticulous vineyard work and restrained winemaking to highlight terroir. Today, Domaine Georges Roumier is considered one of Burgundy’s most prestigious producers, with holdings in Chambolle-Musigny, Bonnes-Mares, and Musigny, and Christophe is widely respected for crafting wines of purity, elegance, and longevity.

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