Stature Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed 5–10 years from the vintage release.
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Butter-poached lobster, roasted chicken with wild herbs, creamy mushroom risotto
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The pinnacle of Kendall-Jackson’s winemaking achievements, the Stature Chardonnay represents an uncompromising quest to produce a world-class California Chardonnay capable of standing alongside the finest white Burgundies. Initiated under the visionary guidance of founder Jess Jackson, this limited-production cuvée is sourced from the most exceptional blocks of the estate's cool-climate coastal vineyards, particularly within the wind-swept Santa Maria Valley. The wine undergoes meticulous barrel fermentation and extensive sur lie aging in select French oak barrels, with regular stirring to build its signature opulent texture and complex aromatic profile. It stands as a testament to the family's dedication to demonstrating the profound potential of California's coastal terroirs.
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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.