Lu & Oly, Yakima Valley (Washington) 2019

 With tasting rooms in Woodinville and Walla Walla, the Mark Ryan Family has developed a strong following and sells many wines direct.  Lu & Oly is Ryan’s modestly priced line of wines that are creatively named and packaged.  Sporting a special artist label depicting an ocean scene, this white is a blend of 67% Viognier and 37% Chardonnay.  Both varieties are from the Olson Vineyard in Yakima Valley.  Aged for a few months in mostly neutral French oak, the wine is refreshing and lively.  It displays peach and subtle jasmine aromatics in a medium bodied, well-balanced presentation.  On the palate it is smooth in texture with light peach flavors.  The Chardonnay component most likely adds a hint of apple in the aftertaste.  The wine finishes with a palate-cleansing touch of acidity.  Nicely done.