Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel
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Typically best enjoyed within 3–7 years of vintage release.
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Barbecued pork ribs, grilled sausages, wood-fired pepper pizza
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Kendall-Jackson's Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel celebrates California's signature heritage grape, drawing fruit from mountain and hillside vineyards across cool coastal regions like Mendocino and Sonoma Counties. Zinfandel has a storied history in California, arriving during the Gold Rush and surviving the dark years of Prohibition. Kendall-Jackson tames Zinfandel's naturally robust, jammy character by sourcing from these cooler climates, which impart vital acidity and balance. The wine is typically aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels, which coaxes out rich plum, raspberry, and blackberry flavors accented by notes of warm baking spices, black pepper, and a hint of vanilla. This meticulous blending process ensures a harmonious, velvety texture that honors the historic legacy of California winemaking.
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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.