| Rating | 88 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Appellation |
Washington USA |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $11.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed | 2019-04-02 |
Perfect For
Boozy Beach Trips, Popping Bottles, Summer Sipping, Taco Tuesday
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Pinot Gris / Grigio , Viura / Macabeo
Prayers of Saints Chardonnay 2017 Review
Chateau Ste. Michelle has a way with achieving balance on a large, affordable production level that is unique to the U.S. wine market. This wine is a good example. A wine made with a smirk and a wink saying: hey, I’m here for the fun stuff not the contemplative stuff. Mineral-driven crisp green apple flies around the glass with added subtle notes of cannabis and lemon rind. The palate is a nice perception of dryness while still maintaining depth, pronouncing aromas of wet flint rock. Washing down tacos with this at the beach seems the perfect lunch situation.
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