2018 Patz & Hall Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay [WS93][W&S90]

Producer:Patz & Hall
Region:Carneros, Napa Valley,California
Varietal:Chardonnay
Year:2018

Wine Spectator, 93 Points

“Rich and contoured, this is filled with concentrated Fuji apple, pear tart and quince paste flavors that are well-structured and backed by powerful acidity. Shows intense mineral and sea salt notes on the long finish.”

Wine & Spirits, 90 Points

“Theres intensity of fruit in this wine, a concentration of flavor that makes it feel generous, even as it is savory and dry. Reductive as a young wine, this needs two or three years in the cellar to show its best, though the pedigree of the fruit is already apparent.”

Winemaker Notes:

“The 2018 vintage is elegant, yet powerful and displays classic Hyde Vineyard traits of delicate white flowers, tangerine zest, and lemon cream. On the palate the wine is citrus-driven with orange and lemon flavors along with hints of toasted almond and vanilla. The wine has great acidity that leaves a white chalk/mineral note on the very long finish.”

Alcohol: 13.5%

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