{"product_id":"niner-wine-estates-chardonnay-from-jespersen-ranch","title":"Niner Wine Estates Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiner Wine Estates Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiner Wine Estates Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an elegant, cool-climate California Chardonnay sourced entirely from Niner’s estate-owned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJespersen Ranch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the Edna Valley. Located in the northwestern corner of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Luis Obispo Coast AVA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the vineyard sits only about four miles from the Pacific Ocean, where morning fog, cool temperatures, and ocean breezes create a long growing season and preserve the grapes’ natural freshness and acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, crafted by winemaker \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolly Bohlman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from several Chardonnay clones, including Clone 4, Robert Young, 95, and 548. The grapes were hand-harvested, whole-cluster pressed, and fermented before aging for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 months in French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28% new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding richness and texture while maintaining the wine’s bright coastal character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Edna Valley \/ San Luis Obispo Coast, California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jespersen Ranch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Molly Bohlman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13.3% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14 months in French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Oak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 28%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,475 cases for the 2023 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJespersen Ranch's proximity to the Pacific gives the vineyard an unusually strong maritime influence. Morning fog and afternoon ocean breezes slow ripening, while clay-loam soils layered over shale and sandstone provide drainage and help develop wines with vibrant acidity, aromatics, and layered fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright pale gold with excellent clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh and expressive aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite peach, crisp apple, ripe pear, and citrus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lead the bouquet, complemented by subtle floral tones, toasted oak, and hints of mineral freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilky and creamy in texture while remaining lively and precise. Flavors of pear, orchard fruit, lemon citrus, and white peach are balanced by refreshing acidity, delicate oak spice, and a distinctive mineral quality that reflects the vineyard's cool coastal setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong, fresh, and polished, with lingering citrus, orchard fruit, subtle toast, and mineral notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiner Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay strikes an excellent balance between the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erichness associated with barrel-aged California Chardonnay and the freshness of a cool-climate coastal wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. French oak provides texture and a touch of toast without overwhelming the Chardonnay's bright fruit, acidity, and mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent match with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroasted chicken, grilled salmon, lobster, crab cakes, seared scallops, creamy seafood pasta, pork tenderloin, risotto, and soft cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its combination of creamy texture and bright acidity makes it particularly versatile at the table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is Niner Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay produced?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chardonnay comes from Niner Wine Estates' Jespersen Ranch in California's Edna Valley, within the San Luis Obispo Coast AVA. The vineyard is located roughly four miles from the Pacific Ocean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Niner Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay oaked?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The 2023 vintage was aged for 14 months in French oak, with approximately 28% new oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it buttery or crisp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt offers elements of both. The wine has a creamy, rounded texture from barrel aging while retaining bright acidity, citrus, orchard fruit, and mineral freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Niner Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect flavors and aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite peach, apple, pear, citrus, subtle toast, and minerality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, supported by a creamy texture and fresh acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the alcohol content?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage is bottled at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.3% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho makes Niner Jespersen Ranch Chardonnay?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Jespersen Ranch wines are crafted by winemaker \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolly Bohlman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, who specializes in wines from this cool-climate estate vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vintage imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524452843768,"sku":"80399","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/21chjrweb-1778081823598.png?v=1790455520","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/niner-wine-estates-chardonnay-from-jespersen-ranch","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}