Kendall Jackson 2005 Chardonnay California

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