L'Ecole No. 41: The Basics

Semillon '23; Merlot '22.

Jean and Baker Ferguson started what became L’Ecole No. 41 Winery in 1983, in Lowden, Washington. What began as a hobby soon outgrew that designation, and for several decades, the winery has been among the top producers in the state. The estate was anchored by an old schoolhouse, established in a log cabin in 1870 and rebuilt in 1915. Some of My Readers will remember the old label, used for 25 years, drawn by a schoolchild (see image below). The newer image is based on an old photograph. Managing winemaker and co-owner of L’Ecole No. 41 is Martin Clubb, who is married to the Ferguson’s daughter Megan. The third generation, Martin and Megan’s children, Riley and Rebecca, are also involved in winery operations, as is Riley’s wife, Melissa.