Chateau Ste Michelle Chardonnay

AA4066

Blend: 99.8% Chardonnay, 0.2% other

Region: Columbia Valley, Washington State, USA

Alcohol: 14%

Bottle: 75cl

Vintage: 2020

Ageability: 0-10 years

Vinification: 50% stainless steel tank fermented Chardonnay was added to the blend to make a fresh style of Chardonnay.50% sur lie aged for 5 months in a mix of neutral oak and 5% new oak for added complexity.

Tasting Notes:

Crafted in a fresh, soft style with juicy citrus and apple fruit character with subtle spice and oak nuances. We blend Chardonnay grapes from vineyards throughout Washington’s Columbia Valley to create this complex yet approachable, food-friendly style.

Food Pairings:

This wine is a showstopper with chicken or seafood.

About the Producer:

Built on the 1912 estate owned by Seattle lumber baron Frederick Stimson, the winery’s roots date back to the Repeal of Prohibition. In 1967 under legendary winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff, a new line of premium vinifera wines was introduced called Ste. Michelle Vintners. Celebrating more than 50 years of winemaking. Since then, we have combined Old World winemaking traditions with New World innovation. In fact, Chateau Ste. Michelle is one of the few premium wineries in the world with two state-of-the-art wineries, one for red and one for white. The whites are made at the Chateau in Woodinville, WA, while the reds are made at our Canoe Ridge Estate winery in Eastern Washington.

Columbia Valley:

During the summer, daytime temperatures hover in the mid-80's under sunny skies; cool nighttime temperatures in the fall protect the grapes' natural acidity and provide perfect conditions for ripening. The resulting grapes develop intense aromas and flavors and create the distinctive sensibilities of Washington state wines.