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Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay Canoe Ridge Estatetext
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Chardonnay Canoe Ridge Estate 1996

Columbia Valley, Washington, United StatesThe foundation for this wine was established 12 million years ago when powerful river lava flowed across the Columbia basin. The 950' high slope sits above the Columbia River free of frost pockets and seasonal temperature extremes. Look for excellent varietal fruit aromas of green apple and pear. Soft creamy flavours wrapped in a silk and vanilla jacket. Smooth sweet fruit with a long and persistent finish. This is as good as it gets with chardonnay. Veal Loin with Sweet Pepper Sauce.Tasted: 01 September 1997Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$46.95750ml 
Producer: Château Ste. MichelleDistributors: Dandurand
Grape: Chardonnay