Chateau Ste. Michelle

Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc

8.7729 ratings
8.619 pro ratings
Columbia Valley, Oregon/Washington, USA
Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish
Top Notes For
David Shaw

Lightly flavored version of varietal. Lemon, grapefruit, some orchard fruit, grass, some hay, some skin astringency on finish. Entry level version for WA state. Super inexpensive. Firm acid but a tad thin

Lightly flavored version of varietal. Lemon, grapefruit, some orchard fruit, grass, some hay, some skin astringency on finish. Entry level version for WA state. Super inexpensive. Firm acid but a tad thin

Mar 2nd, 2024
Sharon B

Nice light flavors of citrus, grapefruit and apple. Paired with fried fish and creamy Parmesan brussel sprouts. Nice on a warm Florida night.

Nice light flavors of citrus, grapefruit and apple. Paired with fried fish and creamy Parmesan brussel sprouts. Nice on a warm Florida night.

Sep 20th, 2018
Sipping Fine Wine

Founded in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the oldest winery in Washington with some of the most mature vineyards in the Columbia Valley. Light bright yellow with bouquet of tropical and citrus fruits. On the palate pineapple, grapefruit, melon and lemon citrus, crisp. Lively acidity ending with earthy mineral and herb grassy tones. Better that ‘15.

Founded in 1934, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the oldest winery in Washington with some of the most mature vineyards in the Columbia Valley. Light bright yellow with bouquet of tropical and citrus fruits. On the palate pineapple, grapefruit, melon and lemon citrus, crisp. Lively acidity ending with earthy mineral and herb grassy tones. Better that ‘15.

Jul 30th, 2018
Cayan Brock

Light crisp and refreshing. Not too sweet not too bitter. Wonderful.

Light crisp and refreshing. Not too sweet not too bitter. Wonderful.

10 people found it helpfulDec 20th, 2014
Michael Larner

Simple wine that aromatically pleasing with gooseberries, straw, musky, and pine. Depending on the temperature you get a vodka like hit. Little sugar on the tongue, while the mouthfeel crisp and clean.

Simple wine that aromatically pleasing with gooseberries, straw, musky, and pine. Depending on the temperature you get a vodka like hit. Little sugar on the tongue, while the mouthfeel crisp and clean.

9 people found it helpfulDec 29th, 2014
Dean Schmitt

Hints of fine winter cherry recently pulled from the tree, top notes of onion and guacamole, contextual clues of the palpable anticipation of streaming the full Justin Bieber album, the saltiness of 2 teardrops from nearly missing the sunset but then pulling them back when you realize the lighting after sunset is perfection. Apple, lemon, cherry, and grapes (duh). Essence of winter Oreo.

Hints of fine winter cherry recently pulled from the tree, top notes of onion and guacamole, contextual clues of the palpable anticipation of streaming the full Justin Bieber album, the saltiness of 2 teardrops from nearly missing the sunset but then pulling them back when you realize the lighting after sunset is perfection. Apple, lemon, cherry, and grapes (duh). Essence of winter Oreo.

8 people found it helpfulNov 14th, 2015
Cornelius Harris

Crisp, light, enjoyable , fruity aroma and a little dry

Crisp, light, enjoyable , fruity aroma and a little dry

5 people found it helpfulJan 5th, 2015
Renato Hoyle

Good value, pairs with herbed chicken and salty cheeses

Good value, pairs with herbed chicken and salty cheeses

4 people found it helpfulNov 13th, 2014
Dan Pugh

I'm not a big Sauvignon Blanc fan but I thought this one was pretty good. The nose is understated and floral, but the wine is sharply citric on the tongue. Served cold and with light food it was very nice. Finishes pretty dry. Has a hint of effervescence which makes it more interesting. Overall a better-than-decent wine.

I'm not a big Sauvignon Blanc fan but I thought this one was pretty good. The nose is understated and floral, but the wine is sharply citric on the tongue. Served cold and with light food it was very nice. Finishes pretty dry. Has a hint of effervescence which makes it more interesting. Overall a better-than-decent wine.

2 people found it helpfulAug 6th, 2017
Sharon B

Very refreshing, nice light body, notes of apple and melon.

Very refreshing, nice light body, notes of apple and melon.

2 people found it helpfulMay 13th, 2017