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Cold Creek Vineyard

2009 Columbia Valley Chardonnay

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard 2009 Chardonnay from the Columbia Valley is a captivating white wine that showcases the elegance and complexity this varietal can achieve. With a medium body, it presents a delightful balance of richness and freshness, enhanced by vibrant acidity that invigorates the palate. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering luscious notes of ripe apple and pear, intermingled with subtle hints of tropical fruits. This delightful Chardonnay features a touch of oak, which adds a soft nuttiness and a creamy texture without overpowering the fruit. Its dry nature makes it an ideal companion for an array of dishes, whether it be seafood, roasted vegetables, or a festive cheese platter. This wine reflects the exceptional terroir of Cold Creek Vineyard, making it a truly enjoyable experience.

Tasting notes:


Butter

Butter

Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Columbia Valley
Columbia Valley

Sheltered by the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountains, Columbia Valley is home to the majority of Washington's vineyards. Cool nights keep zippy acidity in the grapes, while long daylight hours give the fruit plenty of chance to ripen. This results in full-bodied Merlot, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and deeply concentrated Syrah. White wines are just as tantalizing, with toasty oak-touched Chardonnay and ripe stone fruit-flavored Riesling taking the spotlight. Sub-AVAs to look out for are Yakima Valley and Walla Walla. The Columbia Valley is one of the only appellations in the United States to occupy vineyards in two states, as it crosses the Oregon border in the southern part of the valley.

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