J Vineyards Chardonnay Russian River Valley

Vintage 2018
by J Vineyards & Winery
Varietal Chardonnay
Color white
Region California (CA)
Country United States
Medal Score
19.0
9 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
ripe pearlemon curdtoasted almondbuttered briochesubtle vanilla
Palate

Medium-bodied with bright, mouth-watering acidity and a creamy, silky texture from partial malolactic fermentation.

Finish

Long and persistent, leaving lingering notes of baked apple, crème brûlée, and a touch of citrus zest.

Food Pairings
  • • roast chicken with herb butter
  • • lobster bisque
  • • Dungeness crab cakes
  • • creamy mushroom risotto
  • • baked brie with honey
Serving Temp
10-12°C
Drink Window
Now through 2026

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Critics Challenge International Wine Competition 2020
Gold SOMMELIERS CHOICE AWARDS USA 2021
Silver San Francisco International Wine Competition 2021
Silver San Francisco International Wine Competition 2020
Silver USA Wine Ratings Competition 2020
Silver SOMMELIERS CHOICE AWARDS USA 2020
Bronze Texsom International Wine Awards 2021
Bronze Texsom International Wine Awards 2020
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2021

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