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Kendall-Jackson Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands Chardonnaytext
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Kendall-Jackson Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands Chardonnay 2015

Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, Central Coast, California, United StatesUnabashedly Californian chardonnay from a hillside that high sits above the Santa Maria Bench in Santa Barbara. This is from premium chardonnay blocks known as the Camelot Highlands, and what winemaker Randy Ullom calls the filet mignon section. The vines, planted to their own roots and over 40 years old, are deeply set in an ancient seabed. Tropical fruits mark the nose with scents of pineapple, mango and papaya, previewing a creamy rich mid-palate laced with butter, mineral, cinnamon, vanilla, orange and crème brûlée. As always, the richness comes with restraint and finesse. Another crowd pleaser.Tasted: 06 September 2017Tasted by: Prices:
ON$37.75750mlLCBO
BC$49.95750mlprivate wine shops
US$38.00750mlwinery direct
Producer: Kendall-Jackson Vineyards and WineryDistributors: Summit Fine Wines
Grape: ChardonnayCSPC: 293027UPC: 081584003144