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Columbia Crest Chardonnay
Columbia Crest · Washington · United States
$9.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Josh Cellars Chardonnay, is $13.99. If you want to spend less, Slow Press Wines Chardonnay is $1.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Ripe apple and melon with pear, lemon, vanilla-cream, caramel and a lightly toasty finish.
You’ll like this if…
A good fit if you like Chardonnay that is creamy and lightly buttery but still has enough acidity to feel fresh.
Why buy it
A familiar Washington Chardonnay with verified professional praise for a recent vintage and a flavor profile that works well with chicken, pork, seafood and creamy dishes.
Best for
Shoppers looking for a dependable under-$15 Chardonnay with fruit, creaminess and a touch of toast.
Style
Medium-bodied, dry Columbia Valley Chardonnay with ripe orchard fruit, creamy oak-influenced notes and lively acidity.
Drinks like
Washington Chardonnay, lightly buttery California Chardonnay, value-oriented Columbia Valley whites.
Experience level
Beginner-friendly, but still polished enough for everyday Chardonnay drinkers.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
Pork: pork tenderloin with maple and mustard glaze(critic pick)
Poultry: roast chicken or grilled chicken with herbs
Seafood: trout with herbs and tomato(critic pick)
Best occasions
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 46-50°F
- Decanting:
- No decant needed; let the bottle warm a few minutes from fridge-cold to show the creamy fruit.
- Glassware:
- Standard white wine glass or all-purpose wine glass.
- Drink or cellar:
- Current-release, ready-to-drink style; enjoy now rather than cellaring.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days refrigerated with a closure.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay is a Columbia Valley white with ripe orchard fruit, apple and melon, plus creamy accents of creme brulee, caramel and graham cracker. It is rounded and lightly buttery, with lively acidity keeping the finish fresh.
Wine details
- Type
- white
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Grapes
- Chardonnay 100%
- Producer
- Columbia Crest
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Washington
- Appellation
- Columbia Valley
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 13.5%
Details last verified September 24, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Guy Barnes is listed by Columbia Crest as Head Winemaker in the winery timeline, but the exact shelf lot was not tied to a named winemaker in the product materials read.
- Vineyard source:
- Columbia Valley is stated for the wine; specific vineyard sources were not stated in the sources read.
- Vessel:
- Not stated in the sources read.
About the winery · Columbia Crest ›
Columbia Crest is a Washington winery based along the Columbia River in eastern Washington and identifies itself as the first winery in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA. The winery opened in 1982 and emphasizes Washington and Columbia Valley fruit, varietal character and value-oriented craftsmanship. Columbia Crest has a long record of national critical attention, including Wine Spectator naming its 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon the No. 1 wine in the world in 2009. The Grand Estates line sits in the brand's broad, accessible tier and this Chardonnay represents a ripe, creamy Columbia Valley style.
Critic reviews
90/100Wine Enthusiast
“green papaya, Meyer lemon and lemon verbena; green apple, toasted filbert and toffee”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Columbia Crest Chardonnay dry or sweet?
- Columbia Crest Chardonnay is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does Columbia Crest Chardonnay taste like?
- Ripe apple and melon with pear, lemon, vanilla-cream, caramel and a lightly toasty finish.
- What food pairs with Columbia Crest Chardonnay?
- It pairs well with roast chicken or grilled chicken with herbs, pork tenderloin with maple and mustard glaze, trout with herbs and tomato, butter chicken or creamy pasta and semi-soft cheeses, mild cheddar or nutty gouda.
- How should I serve Columbia Crest Chardonnay?
- Serve at 46-50°F. No decant needed; let the bottle warm a few minutes from fridge-cold to show the creamy fruit. Glass: Standard white wine glass or all-purpose wine glass.
- Is Columbia Crest Chardonnay a good value?
- At $9.99 it carries a verified 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- Is there a similar wine that costs less than Columbia Crest Chardonnay?
- Slow Press Wines Chardonnay is a comparable Chardonnay at $1.99. See Slow Press Wines Chardonnay
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Columbia Crest Chardonnay?
- 750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.