Napa Valley

Medium

Cork

White

(Barrel Sample) Sourced from one of the oldest blocks of the iconic Hyde Vineyards, this Chardonnay is crafted from older Livermore Wente vines—an earlier version of the renowned Hyde-Wente clone. These low-yielding vines produce tiny clusters, a hallmark of the clone, which delivers exceptional concentration and bright natural acidity. The grapes undergo 100% whole cluster pressing, native fermentation, and malolactic fermentation in barrels. The wine is aged 10 months on all lees, with no racking, and 35% new French oak. Winemaker Jesse Fox emphasises building texture and weight, incorporating press fractions and maximising lees contact to enhance body and complexity. Medium-bodied and layered, this Chardonnay is highly aromatic, with exotic spice notes of coriander, white pepper, juniper, and sage, complemented by cedar. On the palate, these spices are joined by lemon curd, tangerine oil, and a long, luxurious finish of pistachio cream—a long, stylish, and impeccably balanced wine.

Chardonnay

Sequoia Grove, Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Napa Valley, Los Carneros, California, USA, 2023

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(Barrel Sample) Sourced from one of the oldest blocks of the iconic Hyde Vineyards, this Chardonnay is crafted from older Liverm

Sequoia Grove, Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Los Carneros, Napa Valley, California, USA 2023

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