It’s an “old reliable”. I’ve tried this over the years and have always thought they seemed pretty consistent year over year. Don’t know what to bring to a party? Take this.

It’s got a nice relatively deep clear bright straw color with a nice balance of oak, fruit notes (my location made that a little hard to pin down) and astringency. This gives this wine a nice balance if a trifle short finish. There appear to be no off notes. Good for about anything, drinking by itself or with food.

Grade: B Price: $14

Wine Reviewed:
Kendall-Jackson
2005
Chardonnay
Vintner’s Reserve
Santa Rosa
California