Plain Cellars 2016 Chardonnay, Ancient Lakes of Columbia Valley, $26

Owner Bob Sage gets credit for crafting this superb Chardonnay, using grapes from the cool Ancient Lakes region. It opens with aromas that include a whisper of smokiness and flavors of pear, nectarine and fresh apple, all backed by zippy acidity and a hint of complex spiciness in the finish. This won a gold medal at the 2018 Wenatchee wine competition.

Rating: Outstanding!

Production: 125 cases

Alcohol by volume: 14.1%

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