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This gorgeous Chardonnay spotlights the Hyde-Old Wente Clone, which we call a heritage clone because its parentage can be traced back to the 1930s in California. It is a stand out on our site, producing a creamy, lush Chardonnay with vibrant citrus-melon notes.
“93 Points. Measured toast and oak spices add complexity to the aromas of this medium-bodied, alluring wine. The calm texture, ripe Bosc pears and baked apples satisfy the palate. This wine seems to grow and expand as you sip.” – Jim G.
TASTING NOTES
Green apple, honeysuckle, mandarin orange, and vanilla are the predominant aroma of this vintage of Heritage Chardonnay. Creamy with good acid. Flavor of baked apple pie on the front palate transitions into vanilla with a hint of caramel flavors on the back palate.
VINEYARD NOTES
This bottling spotlights the Hyde-Old Wente Clone, which we call a heritage clone because its parentage can be traced back to the 1930s in California. It is a stand out on our site,
WINEMAKER NOTES
The Hyde Old Wente grapes had at least an hour of skin contact in the press, mainly for flavor extraction. Fermentation occurs in water – bent French oak barrels, which we favor for their subtle oak impact. Frequent lees stirring, or ‘batonnage’ at least three times a week for over seven months, contributes to the long finish and unique mouth-feel.