Alisos Hills Jackson Estate Syrah
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lamb chops with rosemary, grilled venison, slow-braised beef short ribs
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The Jackson Estate Alisos Hills Syrah is a testament to the dramatic, wind-swept terroir of Santa Barbara County. Nestled in the cool Alisos Canyon region, this vineyard benefits from a unique transverse mountain range configuration, which allows chilly Pacific marine breezes and morning fog to sweep directly into the vines. This natural air conditioning slows the ripening process, allowing the Syrah grapes to develop deep complexity, thick skins, and intense phenolic ripeness without losing their vibrant natural acidity. Grown on steep, well-drained slopes of sandy loam soils, the vines are naturally low-yielding, producing small, concentrated berries. The resulting wine is a sophisticated nod to the Northern Rhône style, balancing intense dark fruit with savory undertones of cracked black pepper, olive tapenade, and smoked meats, all framed by refined tannins from careful French oak aging.
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Founded in 1982 by Jess Jackson, Kendall-Jackson is a pioneering, family-owned winery headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, that forever changed the landscape of American viticulture. Renowned for introducing the iconic Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay, the estate focuses on cool, coastal California vineyards, employing meticulous blending techniques to achieve unmatched consistency and flavor depth. Today, the Jackson family continues to champion sustainable farming practices across their estate vineyards, producing acclaimed expressions ranging from the rich Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon to elegant Pinot Noirs. Located at 5007 Fulton Rd, 95403 Santa Rosa, California, United States, the winery remains a benchmark of quality and innovation, with more information available at https://www.kj.com.