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2018 Chaleur Blanc
COLUMBIA VALLEY AVA

This 2018 Chaleur Blanc shows magnificent balance throughout, with aromas of baked pie crust, grapefruit and citrus oil. On the palate, this symmetry continues, with the fruit contributing grapefruit, golden hay, thyme and tarragon, with cooperage supplying well integrated eucalyptus, forest floor and mocha. Six months of elevage on the lees with weekly battonage contributes a welcome roundness that harmonizes with the brilliant acidity of this wine, all carried on a long, dry finish.

"...over the past dozen years or so it has been, according to my ratings, the single finest white wine produced in Washington State. It is no exaggeration to compare this Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon blend to the finest white Bordeaux bottlings made in oak." - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

92 Plus Robert Parker 93 Points Vinous 93 points Wine Enthusiast Cellar Selection

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Wine Specs

Vintage

2018

Varietal

Sauvignon Blanc

Appellation

Columbia Valley

Vineyard Designation

43% Sagemoor Vineyard, 32.5% Boushey Vineyard, 24.5% Klipsun Vineyard

Alcohol %

13.8

Wine Enthusiast

Stephen Tanzer's

Wine Profile

Awards

93 Points "One of the top Bordeaux white blends from the New World, the 2018 Chaleur Estate Blanc is based on 71% Sauvignon and 29% Semillon brought up in barrel. It has a beautiful bouquet of ripe pineapple, peach, white flowers, and hints of sugared lemon. With good acidity, medium-bodied richness, and terrific balance, it can be enjoyed any time over the coming decade or more." - Jeb Dunnuck

Production Notes

Whole cluster pressed, fermented in 90% French oak (60% new) and 10% stainless steel with partial native yeast, and aged 7 months on lees.

Winemaker Notes

71% Sauvignon Blanc, 29% Semillon

Food Pairing Notes

Great with arugula based salads, asparagus risotto, light pastas, shellfish, chicken, and white fin fish such as cod and halibut with beurre blanc.

Production

Crafting a white Bordeaux-style blend was unheard of in Washington when the winery first created Chaleur Blanc. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc & Sémillon, this wine is fermented sur lie in French oak barrels, imparting a memorable “crème brulee” finish. Served at the White House over three administrations & rivaling its French counterparts in quality & exceptional value, Chaleur Blanc has become one of the winery’s most influential blends. First vintage 1995.

Other Notes

Vegan. WARNING: Drinking distilled spirits, beer, coolers, wine and other alcoholic beverages may increase cancer risk, and, during pregnancy, can cause birth defects. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/alcohol.

2018 Chaleur Blanc COLUMBIA VALLEY AVA

2018 Chaleur Blanc
COLUMBIA VALLEY AVA