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Cold Creek Vineyard

2023 Columbia Valley Chardonnay

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay from the 2023 vintage is a beautifully crafted white wine that showcases the remarkable qualities of the Columbia Valley region. With a medium body, this Chardonnay exhibits a mouthwatering acidity that brightens the palate, enhancing its refreshing character. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering delightful notes of ripe peaches, juicy apricots, and hints of citrus that create a vibrant and inviting experience. Its well-balanced profile is complemented by a subtle layer of oak, providing depth without overwhelming the fruit. This wine is perfectly dry, making it an excellent choice for pairings with seafood dishes, roasted chicken, or simply enjoyed on its own for any occasion.

Tasting notes:


Butter, Apple Pie, Vanilla

Butter

Butter

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Vanilla

Vanilla

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Tannin Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Color Intensity Color Intensity 2

Low High

Pairs well with:


Grilled Salmon, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Grilled Fish with Mango Salsa

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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