Jackson Estate Fulton Ranch Chardonnay 2016
Located in the in the Russian River Valley, the Fulton Ranch vineyard surrounds the Kendall-Jackson Wine Estates and Gardens. The site benefits from the region’s famously warm days and cool nights, with majestic blankets of fog making a daily appearance to preserve natural acidity in the grapes. The array of well-drained sand and gravel soils make this an exceptional vineyard for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir alike. Toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, and crème brulee complement the notes of orange peel, papaya, and baked apples, leading into a long, soft finish.
Acclaim
Wine Pick, Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, Apr 2018
"The 2016 Chardonnay Fulton Ranch has come together nicely. Orange peel, butter, vanillin and a host of tropical notes flesh out in an attractive, plush Chardonnay that will drink well right out of the gate."
Winemaking
Aged 9 months in 99% French oak, 11% new
Vineyards
Elevation: 100 – 200 feet
Soil: Fine yolo silt and clay loam soils flowing over fertile alluvial beds.
Climate: Cool, foggy mornings lead into warm afternoons, allowing the grapes to fully develop their flavors over a long growing season.
