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Jackson Hills

2008 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay

The Kendall-Jackson Jackson Hills Chardonnay from the 2008 vintage is a captivating white wine hailing from the renowned Santa Barbara County. This beautifully crafted Chardonnay showcases a full-bodied profile, marked by a bright acidity that invigorates the palate. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing layers of luscious flavors that dance harmoniously on the tongue, evoking notes of ripe pear, crisp apple, and a hint of citrus zest. Its well-integrated oak adds a touch of warmth, enhancing the wine’s complexity without overpowering the fruit. Delightfully dry, this Chardonnay is a testament to the terroir of Santa Barbara, making it a perfect companion for seafood dishes or creamy pasta. Enjoy the elegance and refreshing personality of this exquisite Chardonnay, which truly embodies the essence of its growing region.

Tasting notes:


Vanilla

Vanilla

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Butter

Butter

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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