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Ethos, Late Harvest

2006 Columbia Valley Riesling

Chateau Ste. Michelle Ethos, Late Harvest Riesling from the esteemed Columbia Valley is a delightful expression of a truly remarkable vintage. This wine showcases a beautifully radiant golden hue, hinting at its luscious sweetness and complexity. With a full-bodied presence, it envelops the palate in rich layers of ripe stone fruit, honey, and a touch of citrus zest, making each sip a rewarding experience. The acidity is refreshing and bright, balancing the wine's natural sweetness beautifully, and leaving a mouthwatering finish. Gentle floral notes weave through the aromatic profile, while soft, well-integrated tannins provide a graceful structure. This off-dry beauty is perfect for dessert pairings or simply enjoyed on its own as a sublime treat.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

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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