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Yarrow Bay, Special Selection

2005 Columbia Valley Chardonnay

Chateau Ste. Michelle Yarrow Bay, Special Selection is a remarkable 2005 Chardonnay from the esteemed Columbia Valley region. This wine showcases a lovely pale straw color, inviting you to explore its complex aromas and flavors. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied experience with pronounced acidity that offers liveliness and freshness, making it exceptionally refreshing. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of ripe apple, pear, and hints of citrus, complemented by subtle undertones of vanilla and oak that enhance its depth. The wine's dryness adds to its elegance, creating a harmonious balance that makes it an excellent choice for pairing with seafood or creamy pasta dishes. It's a captivating expression of Chardonnay that reflects the unique terroir of Columbia Valley, and is sure to delight any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Apple Pie

Apple Pie

Butter

Butter

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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