Palate
This refreshing Chardonnay erupts with captivating layers of pineapple, bright green apple and fresh Meyer lemon, juicy pear and wildflowers. It shows refreshing acidity and sleek mineral notes which are balanced by a rounded mid-palate and a long, pure fruit finish.
Growing Conditions
Monterey County contributes lemony citrus and mineral notes. Mendocino County adds juicy green apple flavors. Sonoma County delivers a touch of ripe apple and pear. Santa Barbara County delivers a dash of fresh pineapple flavors.
Winemaking
Vivid, crisp and bright, Kendall-Jackson AVANTdelivers a fresh and dynamic take on Chardonnay. Aged and cold-fermented in a combination of neutral oak barrels and stainless steel tanks helps to preserve the fruit’s character. The subtle use of neutral oak adds a graceful structure, while stainless steel preserves fresh, fruit flavors of green apple and lemon drop. Whole cluster pressed to preserve fresh fruit character; 60% fermented in stainless steel tanks, 40% fermented in neutral oak barrels. Partial malolactic fermentation gives a rounder mid-palate.
