A most pleasant wine with good aromas, flavors and acids and ample bits of apples and peaches. Panther Creek s only Washington wine comes from arguably the finest Chardonnay vineyard in the Northwest. Celilo sits on the south face of Underwood Mountain overlooking the Columbia River. Layers of lemon, pear, honey and anise swirl through the bouquet and palate, clearly evidencing Panther Creek s signature complexity. Light aromas of candied lemon peel and toast.
Creamy texture carries lightly-styled flavors of lemons, grapefruit peel, and green apples.
Strong acidic backbone give good brightness to the fruit. Medium length finish shows a tart citrus-peel aspect. Pleasing, straightforward, and well-made. A round and flavorful wine. Touches of mint and grapefruit lead to a smooth, full-bodied wine.