2024-11-13 | By T.Anderson
Region: California, Other | Varietal: Pinot Noir | ABV: %14.5 | Price: $18
The 2017 Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve Pinot Noir enchants with its radiant ruby hue, suggesting a vibrancy that is mirrored in its aromatic profile. The nose is alive with luscious notes of red cherries and ripe raspberries, enhanced by a subtle hint of citrus peel and toasted spices from its careful aging.
On the palate, the wine reveals itself in layers—bringing forth flavors of juicy plum, delicate earthiness, and a trace of warm spice, all intertwined within a silky texture. Its elegant acidity provides a refreshing balance, leading to a smooth finish that lingers pleasantly with notes of herbal tea and berry compote.
Best enjoyed slightly chilled, this Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with duck à l'orange or a savory wild mushroom risotto, making it perfect for both casual gatherings and more intimate dinners.
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The 2017 Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve is a Chardonnay that captures a beautiful balance of rich tropical fruit flavors, buttery notes, and a touch of oak. This creamy wine is perfectly complemented by a roasted chicken with a lemon butter sauce, where the wine's acidity cuts through the richness of the dish while harmonizing with the citrus elements.
Chardonnay's full body and buttery character make it a classic match for equally rich dishes like roasted chicken. The citrus in the lemon butter sauce emphasizes the wine's natural acidity, lending a refreshing balance. Meanwhile, the tropical fruit and subtle oak notes echo the dish's savory complexity, enhancing both the food and the wine.
California is one of the world's premier wine-producing regions, known for its diverse climates and soils that allow for the cultivation of a wide variety of grape varietals. From cool coastal regions to warm inland valleys, California produces wines that range from elegant and restrained to bold and powerful.
Viticulture Area: California, Other
Famous for: Diverse wine styles and large-scale wine production, including iconic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Central Coast Pinot Noir.
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah
Total Vineyards: 600000
Preferred Terroir: Cool climates with well-drained, limestone-rich soils.
Major Regions: Burgundy (France), California (USA), Oregon (USA), Central Otago (New Zealand), Willamette Valley (USA), Germany (Spätburgunder)
Red fruit: Cherry (High), Raspberry (Medium-high), Strawberry (Medium-high)
Floral: Rose (Medium), Violet (Medium)
Earth: Minerality (Medium)
Plant Characteristics: Tight bunches (High), Thin skins (High)
