A classy, elegant white, Buty’s 2011 Chardonnay comes from the Conner Lee Vineyard, which was planted in the early 1980s and lies outside the town of Othello, Washington. Made from 100% Chardonnay, whole cluster pressed, and fermented and aged in barrel, it offers notions of pear, dried pineapple and lemon curd as well as a medium-bodied, balanced and supple palate that builds in richness and finishes with juicy acidity. It should drink nicely for another 3-4 years. Drink now-2017. This estate is now run solely by Nina Buty Foster, with Chris Dowsett functioning as the winemaker. The wines lean heavily towards the elegant, borderline lean, end of the spectrum so those looking for overflowing richness need to look elsewhere. Nevertheless, they feature gorgeous purity of fruit, energetic textures and overall beautifully made profiles. Tel. (509) 527-0901; www.butywinery.com