Hyde De Villaine Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard 2017

The legend of Burgundy and President of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Conti, Aubert de Villaine partners with his cousin, Larry Hyde, affectionately crowned by the SF Gate as, “The King of Carneros“.  Together they account for hundreds of 90+ scores, consistent appearances in Top 100 wines of the year list but more importantly, dozens of years of making some of the highest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in their respective countries. With the 2017 Chardonnay, the pair struck a particular high note, making a beautifully balanced Chardonnay with candied peaches, apricots, walnuts and some saline.

96 Points, James Suckling

Wonderful, juicy white with cooked pineapple, praline and biscuit. Some apricots. Full-bodied, tangy and edgy with lots of energetic fruit. Focused and lively. Minerality is the word. Drink or hold.