Substance Ch Chardonnay 2021

Columbia Valley, Washington

James Suckling 93 points; Wine Advocate 90 points! Jeb Dunnuck 90 points! Wine Enthusiast 91 Points, Best Buy!

Wines of Substance Ch Chardonnay is a beautiful white wine gem from the Columbia Valley of Washington State. The winemaker is Charles Smith.

“Softly mineral with subdued fruit tones, the 2021 Ch Chardonnay offers aromas of yellow apples and citrus blossoms with hints of oak and rocky earth on the nose. Medium-bodied, the wine is a fantastic buy at this price, offering a balanced structure, succulent acidity and persistent flavors of citrus panna cotta and lemon pastry cream and a bright, succulent finish. Over half a million bottles were produced from 100% barrel-fermented Chardonnay that aged 10 months on the lees in 20% new French oak. Drink 2023-2030.”—Wine Advocate, 90 points!

“Cool Liquid Sunshine. Mouth-filling tangerine, Meyer lemon curd and a kiss of butterscotch. Silky and rich to the last long sip!”– Charles Smith

Vineyards: Evergreen (40%), Frenchman Hills (32%), Roza Hills (14%), Gearheart (7%), High River (5%), Moxee (2%)

Varietal Breakdown: 100% Chardonnay

Appellation: Columbia Valley

Production: 4.0 tons per acre, native yeast, whole cluster press, 100% barrel fermentation | 10 months barrel-aged on lees, 20% new French oak

Wine Analysis: 5.5 g/L titratable acidity, 3.54 pH, 14% alcohol, no residual sugar

Pair Substance Ch Chardonnay over the next 5-7 years with grilled chicken, baked swordfish, fruit salads, and mild cheeses.