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2018 Ferguson Estate – 2017 Perigee Estate – 2017 Apogee – Ferguson Vineyard Seven Hills Vineyard Pepper Bridge Vineyard

2018 RATING: 94+ JD, 94 WE CELLAR SELECTION 2017 RATING: 95 JS, 94 JD, 93 V, 92+ WA, 2017 RATING: 94 JS, 93+ JD, 93 W&S BEST 91 WE CELLAR SELECTION CABERNETS & BLENDS 2017 RATING: 97 JS, 95 JD, 94+ V, 92 W&S , 92 WA, 91 V BEST CABERNETS & BLENDS, 92 WE 2016 RATING: 94 JD, 94 V, 93 JS, 92 WS, 91 WE 2016 RATING: 95 JD, 94 W&S BEST CABERNETS & CELLAR SELECTION, 91+ WA, 91 WS CELLAR SELECTION, 91 W&S, 90 WA BLENDS, 94 JS, 93 V, 91+ WA, CELLAR SELECTION AVA: Walla Walla Valley AVA: Walla Walla Valley 90 WE

VARIETY: 55% , VARIETY: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, AVA: Walla Walla Valley 24% , 11% , 21% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, VARIETY: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 5% , 5% 9% Petit Verdot, 9% Malbec 14% Malbec, 3% Cabernet Franc

PRODUCED: 1,380 cases PRODUCED: 1,280 cases PRODUCED: 1,280 cases Ferguson is one of the highest elevation in the Perigee captures the essence of Seven Hills Vineyard’s L’Ecole has been producing Pepper Bridge Vineyard Walla Walla Valley reflecting a unique geological profile. characteristic rich elegance, seductive aromas and earthy Apogee since 1993. Apogee is our expression of this The vines, planted on a ridge of ancient lava flows, are structure. Planted in the wind-blown loess of geologically vineyard’s distinctive and characteristic spicy bold rooted in fractured basalt giving this complex blend its young, mineral rich soil, we hand-select our oldest and aromas, dark fruit flavors, robust tannins, and rich bold dark fruit, immense structure and dense minerality. most distinguished blocks to produce this stunning, structure. This vineyard, planted in the terraced remnants Our inaugural 2011 of Ferguson was awarded flagship . Seven Hills Vineyard is one of Walla Walla of ice age flood deposits, is one of the Walla Walla Best Bordeaux Blend in the World at the 2014 Valley’s most acclaimed vineyards. Valley’s most reputable vineyards. World Wine Awards in London! Proprietary Name: Perigee is the closest point to the earth in the Proprietary Name: Apogee is the point in the orbit of the moon that is moon’s orbit. Ferguson is named in honor of our founders Baker and Jean Ferguson. the greatest distance from the earth; the farthest point or apex.

2018 Cabernet Sauvignon – Walla Walla Valley 2020 Luminesce Estate – Seven Hills Vineyard

2018 RATING: 93 JD, 92 WE CELLAR SELECTION 2020 RATING: Not Yet Reviewed

2017 RATING: 94 JS, 92 WE CELLAR SELECTION, 91 W&S BEST CABERNETS 2019 RATING: 92 WE TOP 100, EDITORS’ CHOICE, 90 V, 89 WS & BLENDS, 90 WS, 89+ V, 89 JD, 89 WA AVA: Walla Walla Valley

AVA: Walla Walla Valley VARIETY: 62% Semillon, 38%

VARIETY: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon PRODUCED: 1,350 cases PRODUCED: 1,900 cases L’Ecole is recognized as one of the premier producers of Semillon in the U.S. This wine is a blend of seven esteemed Walla Walla vineyard sites representing four and the site specific of our Estate Seven Hills Vineyard is evident in this dry, full- unique soil types, with the majority of the fruit coming from our Estate Ferguson and bodied white Bordeaux blend. The Semillon provides lush tones of white peach & tropical Estate Seven Hills vineyards. This diversity results in added complexity, richness and fruit while the Sauvignon Blanc broadens the flavor and texture, elevating the crisp, floral balance reflective of the vineyards themselves. Its old world structure, dense, dark fruit and flinty side of the wine. flavors and elegant tannins exemplify the best of Walla Walla Valley. KEY VINEYARDS: Estate Ferguson, Summit View, Estate Seven Hills, Loess, Yellow Jacket, Waliser

2018 Merlot Estate – Walla Walla Valley 2018 Estate – Seven Hills Vineyard

2018 RATING: 92 JD, 90 WE 2018 RATING: 94 JD, 90 WE

2017 RATING: 94 JS, 91 WE EDITORS’ CHOICE, 90 JD, 90 W&S, 89+ WA, 89 V 2017 RATING: 94 JS, 92 JD, 92 W&S, 91+ V, 91 WA, 88 WS, 88 WE

AVA: Walla Walla Valley AVA: Walla Walla Valley

VARIETY: 84% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon VARIETY: 100% Syrah

PRODUCED: 1,070 cases PRODUCED: 1,030 cases

L’Ecole is recognized as one of State’s top producers of premium Seven Hills Vineyard’s wind deposited loess soils are ideally suited to maximize the Merlot and this estate vineyard blend represents our best. The elegance and characteristics of Syrah. Crafted from some of the earliest Walla Walla Valley old world structure of Seven Hills Vineyard (50%) adds complexity to the earthiness and plantings, our Estate Syrah manifests old world attributes of earth, spice and game in minerality of the basalt soil from Ferguson (50%). combination with the new world profile of bold, expressive and concentrated fruit. LIMITED AVAILABILITY LIMITED AVAILABILITY

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CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE • CERTIFIED SALMON SAFE 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Merlot

2018 RATING: 91 JD 2018 RATING: 89 JD

2017 RATING: 91 WE EDITORS’ CHOICE, 91 JD, 89 WA, 89 V, 88 WS 2017 RATING: 92 WE EDITORS’ CHOICE, 88 JD, 88 WA

AVA: Columbia Valley AVA: Columbia Valley

VARIETY: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon VARIETY: 80% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, 4% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot

PRODUCED: 6,400 cases PRODUCED: 5,300 cases

A key contributing factor to L’Ecole’s reliable excellence of is its history of ’s long, warm summer days, cool nights, lack of rainfall working with a broad palate of some of the oldest, most proven vineyards in Washington and geologically young, mineral rich soils provide the perfect conditions for growing State. Access to fruit of the highest quality and an average vine age of more than world class Merlot. L’Ecole is recognized as one of Washington State’s top producers of 20 years, this wine shows a classic Cabernet Sauvignon profile of dark expressive fruit, premium Merlot, expressed in this wine’s great structure, color and balanced acidity. firm structure and integrated tannins. KEY VINEYARDS: Estate Seven Hills, Estate Ferguson, Pepper Bridge, Candy Mountain, Dionysus, Klipsun KEY VINEYARDS: Candy Mountain, Estate Ferguson, Estate Seven Hills, Bacchus, Alder Ridge, Klipsun, Summit View, Yellow Jacket, Pepper Bridge, Stone Tree

2018 Syrah 2019 Frenchtown 2020 – Alder Ridge Vineyard 2018 RATING: 90+ V, 90 WE, 90 JD 2019 RATING: 90 JD

2017 RATING: 90 JD, 90 V, 89 WE, 88 WA 2018 RATING: 90 WS SMART BUYS, TOP 100 VALUES, 2020 RATING: Not Yet Reviewed EDITORS’ CHOICE, AVA: Columbia Valley 90 WE 88 V 2019 RATING: 90 W&S, 88 WE, 88 WS, 88 V

VARIETY: 80% Syrah, 18% Grenache, AVA: Columbia Valley AVA: 2% Mourvèdre VARIETY: 79% BORDEAUX – VARIETY: 100% Grenache 45% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, PRODUCED: 3,300 cases 10% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot PRODUCED: 1,000 cases 21% RHONE – 17% Syrah, 4% Grenache Washington State’s and soil is ideally suited The Grenache sourced from this south-facing bench to maximize the varietal characteristics of Syrah. The PRODUCED: 5,000 cases overlooking the in the Horse Heaven Hills addition of Grenache adds beautiful aromatics and spice Sourced from some of Washington’s most esteemed is grown for Rosé. Whole cluster pressed, this refreshing, to the wine. Rich, spicy and complex, with fine tannins vineyards, the fruit for Frenchtown is hand-harvested and dry-style Rosé is a beautiful Provençal pale. Crisp, clean and bright acidity, our Columbia Valley Syrah is the fermented in small lots to provide the consistent quality and expressive, this Rosé is an exciting addition to perfect food pairing wine. synonymous with L’Ecole. Dominated by Merlot, Cabernet L’Ecole’s acclaimed lineup of wines. KEY VINEYARDS: Stone Tree, Candy Mountain, Estate Seven Hills, Sauvignon, and Syrah, this unique red blend offers Summit View exceptional value.

2019 Semillon 2020 Old Vines 2019

2019 RATING: 92 WE BEST BUY, 91 JD, 89 V 2020 RATING: Not Yet Reviewed 2019 RATING: 90 WE, 88 V

2018 RATING: 92 JS, 91 WE BEST BUY, 90 JD, 2019 RATING: 91 WE BEST BUY, 90 WA, 2018 RATING: 89 WE, 89 WA , BEST BUY, TOP 100 VALUES BEST BUY, 89 WS 88 W&S 88 W&S 89 WS, 88 V AVA: Columbia Valley

AVA: Columbia Valley AVA: Yakima Valley VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay

VARIETY: 88% Semillon, 12% Sauvignon Blanc VARIETY: 100% Chenin Blanc PRODUCED: 5,000 cases PRODUCED: 3,900 cases PRODUCED: 3,200 cases Washington State’s primary growing region lies L’Ecole is recognized internationally as a leading producer L’Ecole has produced this classic Chenin between 46 and 47 degrees latitude, and Chardonnay of this unique varietal. Few Semillons show their richness Blanc since 1987 and we are one of just a handful of thrives in this northerm, cooler continental climate. and complexity as those produced in Washington State. Washington producers to focus on this versatile and The hallmark of our philosophy with this Perfectly suited to the climate, Semillon excels in captivating varietal. Sourced from some of the oldest Chardonnay is one of balance through the restrained physiological ripeness under our cool, acid preserving Chenin Blanc vineyards in the State, this wine’s abundant use of . This wine exhibits beautifully expressive and nights. This beautifully balanced, barrel-fermented aromatics, vibrant flavors and mineral notes are layered fruit with elegant structure and texture to match Semillon displays brilliant color and flavor intensity. beautifully balanced with crisp acidity and a dry finish. the invigorating backbone of acidity and minerality. KEY VINEYARDS: Stillwater Creek, Klipsun, Lodmell, Rosebud, KEY VINEYARDS: Willard Farms, Upland, Snipes Mountain, Phil Church KEY VINEYARDS: Schmitt, Evergreen, Oasis, Stillwater Creek Estate Seven Hills

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