Chardonnay Grand Estates
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
roasted chicken, grilled salmon, creamy pasta dishes
✨ Technical Specifications
The Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay is a classic expression of Washington State's Columbia Valley, a region shaped by the cataclysmic prehistoric Missoula floods. Benefiting from the rain shadow effect of the Cascade Mountains, the vineyards enjoy long, sun-drenched days balanced by cool desert nights, which helps the grapes develop intense fruit flavors while retaining vital natural acidity. To craft this elegant white wine, winemakers employ a combination of barrel fermentation in French and American oak—imparting rich notes of vanilla, butter, and toasted coconut—and stainless steel tank fermentation to preserve the bright, fresh characters of green apple and pear. This harmonious blend of traditional and modern techniques showcases the winery's long-standing commitment to delivering exceptional quality and approachable luxury.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1983 in Paterson along the sun-drenched banks of the Columbia River, Columbia Crest has played a pivotal role in establishing Washington State as a premier world-class wine region. Situated in the heart of the Columbia Valley and Horse Heaven Hills, the estate benefits from ideal growing conditions characterized by warm diurnal shifts and well-draining soils. The winery focuses on precision viticulture and modern cellar craft to produce wines of remarkable consistency, depth, and accessibility. Columbia Crest is celebrated for its rich, structured Cabernet Sauvignon, plush Merlot, and vibrant Chardonnay, featured prominently across acclaimed ranges such as Grand Estates, H3, and the flagship Walter Clore Private Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Chardonnay
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%