{"title":"Drumheller","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"drumheller-chardonnay","title":"Drumheller Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrumheller Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 100% Chardonnay from Columbia Valley, Washington State, bottled at 13.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. The 2014 vintage earned a Gold Medal and 92 points at the SavorNW Wine Awards, establishing this label as a serious contender among Pacific Northwest whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: Columbia Valley, Washington State  |  Varietal: 100% Chardonnay  |  Producer: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrumheller is produced by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, one of Washington State's most influential wine producers, under the direction of winemaker Tim Jones. The brand takes its name from the Drumheller Channels — dramatic geological formations carved by massive Ice Age floods that shaped the Columbia Valley landscape thousands of years ago. Originally launched as a restaurant-only brand, Drumheller sources its Chardonnay grapes from vineyard sites near the communities of Beverly and Othello, areas within the broader Columbia Valley AVA known for warm days and cool nights that promote balanced ripeness and natural acidity retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with ripe apple and pear aromas, followed by crème brûlée, vanilla, and a light toasty oak character. Hints of starfruit, cantaloupe, and white flowers add aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, golden delicious apple and vanilla cream coat the palate with generous weight. The mid-palate broadens with tropical notes of guava and green mango, while bright acidity keeps the wine balanced and energetic. Subtle cardamom spice and smoky mineral undertones emerge through the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is creamy and lingering, closing with tart peach and lemon balm flavors. A refreshing crispness persists, preventing the richness from becoming heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Drumheller Chardonnay\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe lightly chilled between 50–55°F to let the oak and fruit aromatics express fully without muting the acidity. 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Michelle Columbia Valley Chardonnay?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both wines are produced by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates from Columbia Valley fruit, but Drumheller was originally developed as a restaurant-exclusive label and tends to show more pronounced toasty oak and crème brûlée character. Chateau Ste. Michelle's Columbia Valley Chardonnay is more widely distributed and generally positioned as a lighter, more approachable everyday pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Drumheller Chardonnay good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the wine's balance of creamy richness and natural acidity makes it enjoyable on its own, especially when served slightly chilled to let the vanilla and apple aromatics open up fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Drumheller Chardonnay made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Drumheller Chardonnay is made in Washington State's Columbia Valley AVA by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, with grapes sourced from vineyard areas near Beverly and Othello in the eastern part of the valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Drumheller Chardonnay?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast chicken with herbs complements its toasty oak notes. Fettuccine Alfredo mirrors the wine's creamy texture. Grilled shrimp highlights the tropical fruit character. Brie or Gruyère cheese echoes its buttery richness. Pan-seared halibut with lemon butter matches its acidity and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Drumheller Chardonnay come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Drumheller Chardonnay is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Drumheller Chardonnay worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Drumheller positions as a mid-range Columbia Valley Chardonnay that punches above its price tier, particularly given its restaurant-brand origins and Gold Medal recognition at SavorNW — it represents strong value for an oaked Washington Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Drumheller Chardonnay?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrumheller's origins as a restaurant-exclusive label mean it was built to perform at the table, not just on a shelf. The 2014 vintage's Gold Medal and 92-point score at the SavorNW Wine Awards confirm that the wine can compete with more expensive Columbia Valley whites. Its blend of ripe orchard fruit, oak-driven vanilla and crème brûlée, and balancing acidity gives it enough complexity to reward attention yet enough approachability to please a broad range of palates. For drinkers curious about what Washington State Chardonnay can deliver beyond the everyday tier, Drumheller makes a compelling case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drumheller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837950423209,"sku":"35765","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Drumheller-Chardonnay__25341.jpg?v=1730502199"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/drumheller.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}