Chardonnay Two Vines
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted chicken, grilled salmon, creamy pasta dishes
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The Two Vines designation pays homage to the classic vineyard trellis method that positions two vines on a single canopy to maximize sunlight exposure, a critical technique in the sun-drenched, rain-shadowed vineyards of Washington State. Columbia Crest's Two Vines Chardonnay is crafted to showcase the natural, vibrant fruit character of the Columbia Valley. Fermented in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels, it undergoes partial malolactic fermentation to soften its acidity, resulting in a wine that beautifully balances crisp orchard fruit flavors with a subtle, creamy texture and a touch of toasted oak.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 1983 in Paterson, Washington, along the banks of the Columbia River, Columbia Crest is one of the Pacific Northwest's most significant and celebrated wineries. Owned by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, the winery operates a state-of-the-art facility in the Columbia Valley, combining modern gravity-flow techniques with traditional oak barrel aging. Columbia Crest is renowned for delivering exceptional quality and value, showcasing the region's unique terroir through its Grand Estates, H3, and Two Vines series. Their signature expressions include robust Cabernet Sauvignon, velvety Merlot, and the prestigious Walter Clore Private Reserve, which honors the pioneer of Washington viticulture. This dedication to craft has cemented their reputation as a benchmark producer of Washington State wine on the global stage.