Kendall-Jackson
Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay 2018
100% Chardonnay
RSD 2,865
AWARDS
90 points - Editor's Choice, Wine Enthusiast Magazine (for 2018 Vintage)
Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2017 (#28)
For over three decades, Kendall-Jackson has remained relentlessly committed to producing only the finest quality wines from grapes grown in California’s cool, coastal vineyards. We carefully match climates and soil types for each grape varietal, and then guide each vineyard lot throughout the entire winemaking process. Our proprietary approach to winemaking has earned us our world-renowned reputation for wines that consistently exhibit our signature rich layers of flavor, combined with delicate balance.
TASTING NOTES
Beautifully integrated tropical flavors such as pineapple, mango and papaya, with citrus notes that explode in your mouth. These flavors delicately intertwine with aromas of vanilla and honey to create depth and balance throughout. A hint of toasted oak and butter rounds out the long, lingering finish
KEY POINTS
• Crafted in small vineyard lots throughout the entire winemaking process
• Whole cluster pressed to retain the fresh fruit qualities
• Sur lie aging with monthly battonage (lees stirring) for our signature velvety
texture and creamy flavor.
VINIFICATION
92% barrel fermented and aged 6 months in France (5% new) and American oak (6% new)
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Monterey County, Santa Barbara County, Mendocino County, California
Alcohol: 13.50 %
Sugar: 8.1 g/l
Acidity: 7.3 g/l
Kendall-Jackson
Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel 2018
79% Zinfandel, 21% Petit Syrah
RSD 3,045
AWARDS
91 Points - Wine Enthusiast (for 2012 Vintage)
89 Points - Wine Enthusiast (for 2016 Vintage)
Bronze Medal - The TEXSOM International Wine Awards, 2009
For over three decades, Kendall-Jackson has remained relentlessly committed to producing only the finest quality wines from grapes grown in California’s cool, coastal vineyards. We carefully match climates and soil types for each grape varietal, and then guide each vineyard lot throughout the entire winemaking process. Our proprietary approach to winemaking has earned us our world-renowned reputation for wines that consistently exhibit our signature rich layers of flavor, combined with delicate balance.
KEY POINTS
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Dynamic raspberry and spice flavors from grapes grown in Mendocino County, luscious jam and strawberry flavors from Sonoma County fruit
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Grapes are harvested from fractured rock and gravelly loam soils with great drainage, showcasing their full potential of great fruit and chalky tannins
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Vineyards are mostly older, if not historic, and dry farmed with well established root systems and low yields.
VINIFICATION
Aged 9 months in French and American oak, 15% new.
TASTING NOTES
Plum, raspberry jam and blackberry flavors are supported with solid chalky tannins in this Zinfandel. Sultry cedar and spice accents linger on this captivating, long-finishing wine.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Mendocino, Sonoma County, California
Alcohol: 14.80 %
Sugar: 3.2 g/l
Acidity: 6.1 g/l
Kendall-Jackson
Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
97% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% CF, PV, Merlot, Malbec
RSD 5,725
AWARDS
91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (for 2013 Vintage)
91 Points - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2019 (for 2013 Vintage)
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast (for 2013 Vintage)
Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards, 2015 (for 2013 Vintage)
Grand Reserve is a winemaker’s blend of our mountain, ridge, hillside and benchland grapes grown along California’s cool coastal appellations. We select grapes from our best estate vineyards and then monitor, taste and guide each individual lot throughout the winemaking process. Each lot is kept separate, barrel-aged and crafted—boutique winery style. Our winemakers have an unmatched palette of flavors, toast levels and terroir nuances from which they masterfully blend these exemplary rich, deep and complex wines.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
This Cabernet has distinct flavors of blackberry, blueberry, plus both red and black currants with enticing fragrances of mocha and nutmeg. Subtle notes of chocolate and toasty vanillins add to the richness and length of this bold Cab, and are accompanied by fine grained tannins on a lengthy finish.
VINTAGE PROFILE
2013 was a pleasant growing season: it was long and certainly warm enough to ripen the fruit fully. The winemaking team loves vintages with rich fruit character and balanced acidity.
VINIFICATION
14 months aging in 73% French Oak (19% new) 27% American Oak.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Region: Sonoma Valley, California
Alcohol: 14.5%
T.A.: 0.58g/100mL
pH: 3.70