95 points Wine Enthusiast: "This producer's blocks were planted in 1991 and 1997 to field selections of both Wente and Robert Young clones. Juicy, tight and tension-filled, it is both complex and high-toned in approach, with looming acidity that freshens in tart lemon-peel, grapefruit and tangerine flavors—a classic and elegant wine. Alcohol 14.5%. (Nov 2019)"
94 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2016 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard is a gorgeous wine that captures all the personality of this historic Carneros site. Ample, resonant and inviting, the 2016 offers baked apple, white peach, mint, chamomile and lemon peel notes in a super-attractive Chardonnay. Drink: 2021-2028. (May 2019)"
94 points Jeb Dunnuck: "From a vineyard in Carneros, the 2016 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard excels on its purity and finesse. Notes of white flowers, lemon zest, and tart pineapple all flow to a medium to full-bodied Chardonnay that’s classic Ramey with its bright, crisp acidity, good concentration, and balanced style. Drink it over the coming 7-8 years. Drink: 2019-2027. (6/14/19)"
93+ points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Wine Advocate): "The 2016 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard comes from blocks of the Hyde vineyard planted in 1991 and 1997. Grapes are fermented in barrel with bâtonnage, then aged in 22% new French oak for 20 months. It has a wonderfully mineral-driven nose of pulverized stone with notions of Greek yogurt, lime peel and spring blossoms plus a soft peachy undertone and toasty suggestion. The palate is medium to full-bodied with flavor layers flooding the mouth: ripe citrus, cream and roasted almonds, finishing long, lively and minerally with great juicy acidity. 1,256 cases produced, to be released in June 2019. Drink: 2019-2026. (Apr 2019)"
Product SKU | 335896 |
Producer | Ramey |
Country | United States |
Region | California |
SubRegion | Napa Valley |
Appellation | Los Carneros |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Vintage | 2016 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | White |
ABV | 14.5% |
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