L'ECOLE NO. 41 - Ferguson - 2021

L'ECOLE NO. 41

Ferguson 2021

- 96 points -

The 2021 Estate Ferguson Vineyard is slightly broader and more structured, with a darker core of currants, truffly earth, chocolate, and hints of iron. Based on 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, 7% Malbec, and the rest Petit Verdot, it has beautiful mid-palate depth, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, building tannins, and a great finish. It's going to benefit from 2-4 years in the cellar, and I wouldn't be surprised to see it evolve gracefully (and maybe warrant another point or two) for at least two decades.

July 2024


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