Canoe Ridge The Expedition Chardonnay (75cl, 13.5%)

A Chardonnay from Canoe Ridge Vineyard in Washington State's Horse Heaven Hills AVA, made from 100% Chardonnay and bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Fruit is sourced from Canoe Ridge Vineyard and Wallula Vineyard. The winemaking uses a dual method: part of the juice is barrel fermented and part fermented in stainless steel tanks, with roughly 40% of the final blend ageing in used oak barrels. The nose opens with butterscotch and toasted brioche, then honeysuckle and tropical fruit such as pineapple and coconut, with a thread of vanilla cream. The palate is soft and creamy, with ripe pear and pineapple, then crème brûlée, macadamia nut and butter, balanced by citrus and a mineral undercurrent. The finish is medium in length, smooth and lightly creamy, with ripe peach, toasted oak and honeyed sweetness.