Founded in 1983 by Jean and Baker Ferguson, L'Ecole No. 41 is the 3rd oldest winery in Washington state's Walla Walla Valley. It remains a family owned operation with current owners Megan & Marty Clubb, daughter and son-in-law of the Fergusons.
 
L'Ecole No. 41 plays a major part in the winery's identity. It is an old schoolhouse built in 1915 and located in historic Frenchtown, a small community just west of Walla Walla, Washington. Frenchtown derived its name from the many French-Canadians who settled the valley during the early 1800s. Legend has it, these men of French descent were raising grapes and producing wine. By the 1860s, nurseries, vineyards and winemaking had become a part of the regions' growing economy. The name - L'Ecole Nš 41 French for "the school" located in district number 41 - was chosen to salute these pioneer viticulture efforts.

The winery is currently producing about 30,000 cases annually. It produces several varietals: Semillon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon and now new to the Alberta market, Chenin Blanc.  
 
L'Ecole No. 41 is at the forefront of sustainable farming in the Walla, Walla Valley. Co-owner & managing winemaker Marty Clubb has been a great ambassador for Washington State wine through his work with both the Washington Wine Commission and the Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance.