29. DeLille Cellars 2013 Chaleur Estate Blanc, Columbia Valley, $38
University of Washington grad Chris Upchurch shows his devotion and appreciation of white Bordeaux with this blend of Sauvignon Blanc (65%) and Semillon that’s become one of the United States’ top examples of wines in the style of the historic Graves District. Starfruit, lemon pepper, seashell and chalkboard dust aromas lead into gooseberry, Golden Delicious apple and lemon juice. This much more fruit-forward and complex than most West Coast examples.
Production: 2,400 cases
Alcohol: 13.2%
Luna Snoqualmie says
Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling is my entertaining go-to. Pairs beautifully with almost everything on the buffet, from cold cuts, chips and finger food to smoked salmon pate’ and sushi. An affordable crowd-pleaser.