Name

Barrel Fermented Semillon

Order #

914048

Producer

L'Ecole No. 41

Vintage

2009

Price

$15.99

About

L'Ecole Nº 41 has been making Semillon since 1983 and is recognized in the industry as one of the top producers of this varietal. Few Semillons show their richness and complexitiy as those produced in Washington State. Picked late in the season when this varietal's unique character is fully developed, the wine is barrel fermented to dryness and aged on the lees up to six months. Barrel fermentation with a limited amount of new tight-grained French oak, results in a full-bodied rich texture with rich honey fruit, citrus and fresh fig flavors.

Review

2006: "Bright, pale yellow. Subdued but pure nose hints at pineapple. Fresh, deep and young, with a tight core of sweet fruit. This is distinctly Bordeaux-like. Finishes supple but tight and dry, with considerable incipient complexity. This winery has been making excellent semillon for years: I'm tempted to call it their most distinctive varietal wine. Excellent value. $16"
91 Points, Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 2007
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