L'Ecole No 41 Winery "Walla Woila" Chenin Blanc 2008

$15.99 -- Rated 90 points by Stephan Tanzer

Purchase L'Ecole No 41 Winery "Walla Woila" Chenin Blanc 2008

Flavor Profile: A drier style Chenin Blanc with crisp acidity... similar to biting into a Granny Smith Apple. Juicy flavors of ripe melon and pear. Very refreshing!

Food Pairings: Seafood, Soup, Salads, Chicken French, Sear Scallops

Purchase L'Ecole No 41 Winery "Walla Woila" Chenin Blanc 2008

Vintage: 2008

Region: Washington

Rating: 90 pts

Lifespan: Drink through 2011

Grape: Chenin Blanc

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