2023 Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay, California

Kendall Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay is one of California’s most iconic and widely loved white wines, a bottle that helped introduce generations of drinkers to the richness and generosity of American Chardonnay. The fruit is sourced from cool coastal vineyards across California, including areas close to Monterey and Santa Barbara, where ocean breezes and fog help preserve freshness while allowing full flavour development.

Kendall Jackson was founded in 1982 by Jess Jackson, whose vision was to create wines that were both approachable and true to their vineyard origins. The Vintner’s Reserve range became a global benchmark, and this Chardonnay remains the flagship, crafted to deliver consistency, texture and immediate appeal.

In the glass, the wine shows ripe pineapple, mango and pear, layered with vanilla, toasted oak and buttery notes from barrel fermentation and malolactic fermentation. The palate is full and creamy, with lush tropical fruit balanced by enough acidity to keep it fresh and lively. It is generous, comforting and unmistakably Californian in style.

This is a great food wine for richer dishes. Roast chicken, grilled lobster, creamy seafood, pork with apple or dishes with butter and spice all work beautifully with its round texture and ripe fruit profile.

Kendall Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay is designed to be enjoyed young while its fruit and richness are at their best. It delivers exactly what it promises, a plush, approachable and reliably delicious California Chardonnay that continues to have enormous appeal around the world.