Trace Ridge Jackson Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can cellar well beyond this.
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Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rosemary lamb chops, aged Gouda cheese
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Hailing from the rugged, high-elevation slopes of the Knights Valley AVA in Sonoma County, the Jackson Estate Trace Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon is a testament to mountain viticulture. The vineyard is situated on the western slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains, where volcanic soils and dramatic topography force the vines to struggle, resulting in small, intensely concentrated berries. This terroir imparts a distinctive mineral edge and robust, age-worthy tannin structure to the wine. Historically, Knights Valley has served as a bridge between the warmer Napa Valley and the cooler Sonoma regions, offering an ideal microclimate for Bordeaux varieties. Aged extensively in French oak, this Cabernet Sauvignon showcases a harmonious balance of dark mountain fruit, savory herbs, and refined oak integration.
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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.