This wine is from the Columbia Valley in Washington State which influences the ripe and juicy fruity flavors. But what is so delicious about this wine is the full body taste with just a hint of sweetness, not overbearing. The fruit-driven aromas and flavors of ripe pears, juicy peach and cantaloupe are well rounded with a crisp of acidity. This Riesling will fill your palate completely and leave a very pleasant aftertaste. There is just a very little hint of oak, which is great for a Riesling.

I have found this wine goes well when served with almost all fish dishes, especially tuna, swordfish steaks, and stir fry shrimp. It has been a great before dinner wine through the salads and lighter dishes. My surprise was how well this Riesling wine paired with mild to medium cheddar cheeses. Oh, it was so good that I brought a case for the holiday’s. I have had the joy of converting die hard Chardonnay connoisseurs to the joys of this great Riesling wine.

One quick tip for all white wine enthusiasts, do not fully chill your wine. Especially the Chateau Ste Michelle Riesling Wine. While we were at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival this year, a couple of white wine experts recommended we drink our wine below room temperature and not chilled. As I’ve been letting my wine come up to just below room temperature, it seems the white wines flavors are greatly enhanced. Give it try!!!!

Please come back and provide your comments to this wine. I know you will be pleasantly delighted once you give this white wine a chance.

For More Information on this Riesling White Wine, click on Ch. Ste. Michelle 2006 Indian Wells Riesling – White Wine