Grown on the hillside above the Santa Maria Bench in Santa Barbara, the premium blocks of the Camelot Highlands vineyard are dedicated to the Jackson Estate bottling. The ancient vines in these higher elevation blocks have struggled through daily dense fog for over forty years on roots stretching down to the prehistoric, seabed soils below.

Pineapple, mango and papaya with a creamy, lush, rich palate. Notes of cinnamon, candied lime and vanilla crème brulee create an appealing and lingering finish.

92 Point Review - Robert Parker From a cooler climate and gravelly soils, the 2012 Chardonnay Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands comes from 40-year-old, ungrafted vines, is 100% barrel-fermented and aged eight months in 52% new French oak. Abundant aromas of tropical fruits, an opulent, exotic personality, huge richness, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, good acidity and surprising length suggest a Chardonnay that could easily sell at twice the price. There are just over 4,300 cases of this wine. It should drink well for 4-5 years.

92 Point Review - Antonio Galloni The 2012 Chardonnay Jackson Estate Camelot Highlands is very pretty. Almonds, hazelnuts, orange peel and apricot notes all meld together in the glass. The Camelot Highland is at once layered and also vibrant in the glass.