The 2009 Estate Chardonnay was 50% barrel-fermented and 50% in stainless steel with the latter portion put subsequently into barrel. The wine was not put through malolactic fermentation. It offers up a pleasant nose of buttered popcorn, poached pear, and melon. Round and viscous on the palate, this nicely balanced wine should drink nicely for several more years. Both of these white wines are excellent values. All of Goose Ridge’s wines are sourced from estate fruit.Tel. (509) 628-3880; www.gooseridge.com