Columbia Crest H3 Chardonnay

Name: Columbia Crest H3 Chardonnay
Brand: Columbia Crest
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

United States, Washington State

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.6

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Columbia Crest H3 Chardonnay is a white wine produced by Columbia Crest, a renowned winery in Washington State. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Horse Heaven Hills appellation, known for its warm days and cool nights, which allows for optimal ripening and flavor development. The vineyards are situated on south-facing slopes, which provide excellent sun exposure and drainage. The winemaking process involves a combination of stainless steel and oak barrel fermentation, resulting in a balanced and complex wine with notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and vanilla. This Chardonnay is a perfect example of the classic style of Washington State white wines, with a good acidity and a smooth finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Columbia Crest H3 Chardonnay offers a delightful aroma of stone fruit, pear, and citrus fruits, with hints of butter and vanilla.On the palate, the wine has a creamy texture with a slight hint of oak and a well-balanced acidity. It is a medium-bodied wine with a lingering finish. This Chardonnay is a great accompaniment to a variety of dishes, grilled seafood and poultry.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Columbia Crest

Region: Washington State

Washington State is the second largest wine-producing state in the United States, after California. The state has over 1,000 wineries and 70 grape varieties, with a focus on premium wine production. The wine industry in Washington State has grown rapidly in recent years, with the number of wineries increasing from just 19 in 1981 to over 1,000 today. The state's diverse geography and climate allow for a wide range of wine styles to be produced, from crisp white wines to full-bodied reds.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.6

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