H3 Sauvignon Blanc
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Best enjoyed fresh, typically within 1–3 years of the vintage release.
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Fresh oysters, goat cheese salad, grilled white fish
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Hailing from the wind-swept slopes of the Horse Heaven Hills AVA in Washington State, the H3 Sauvignon Blanc by Columbia Crest is a vibrant tribute to this unique terroir. The H3 designation celebrates the rugged landscape of the Horse Heaven Hills, where intense sun, well-draining sandy loam soils, and constant winds from the Columbia River Gorge create ideal conditions for preserving bright acidity and concentrated fruit flavors. This wine is crafted primarily in stainless steel tanks to maintain its crisp, clean character, offering a lively bouquet of citrus, tropical fruits, and fresh-cut grass that reflects the modern, expressive winemaking style of the Pacific Northwest.
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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.