Hawkeye Mountain Jackson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, aged cheddar cheese
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Perched high atop the Mayacamas Mountains in the Alexander Valley, the Hawkeye Mountain vineyard sits at elevations reaching up to 2,400 feet. This rugged, wind-swept terroir sits well above the fog line, exposing the vines to intense, unfiltered California sunlight while keeping them cool with brisk mountain breezes. The thin, well-drained volcanic soils force the vines to struggle, producing small, thick-skinned berries with incredibly concentrated flavors. This mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon represents the Jackson family's dedication to high-elevation viticulture, yielding a deeply structured, powerful red wine characterized by dark blackberry fruit, graphite minerality, and firm, age-worthy tannins that reflect its dramatic alpine origin.
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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.