Hyde Vineyards
Larry Hyde Carneros Chardonnay
Carneros, North Coast, California, USA
Annual birthday WWC hosting. As normal, 1 sparkler, 3 whites, 4 reds, 1 dessert, all presented blind.
As part of my white wine flight theme, I wanted to compare Hyde and Hudson side by side, then finish with Kongsgaard, since it is a blend of both.
Initial reaction is this presents much differently than other Hyde Chardonnay offerings. Aromatically, there is a green/herbal flair that has many guessing Chablis. Tart lemon and honeysuckle too. Once on the palate, the warmth and round profile brought everyone back to Cali. Good vein of acidity (most Hyde offerings do). Balanced by both citrus and tropical notes…oak isn’t playing a big part. Reminds me of Massican’s Hyde vineyard Chardonnay. Open now with a decant or hold a couple years.
Annual birthday WWC hosting. As normal, 1 sparkler, 3 whites, 4 reds, 1 dessert, all presented blind.
As part of my white wine flight theme, I wanted to compare Hyde and Hudson side by side, then finish with Kongsgaard, since it is a blend of both.
Initial reaction is this presents much differently than other Hyde Chardonnay offerings. Aromatically, there is a green/herbal flair that has many guessing Chablis. Tart lemon and honeysuckle too. Once on the palate, the warmth and round profile brought everyone back to Cali. Good vein of acidity (most Hyde offerings do). Balanced by both citrus and tropical notes…oak isn’t playing a big part. Reminds me of Massican’s Hyde vineyard Chardonnay. Open now with a decant or hold a couple years.
Always well crafted. Brioche and white citrus fruits on the nose and palate. The oak is submerged, which we love. Tilting sweet on the finish with moderate acidity. This has a good number of years ahead of it.
Always well crafted. Brioche and white citrus fruits on the nose and palate. The oak is submerged, which we love. Tilting sweet on the finish with moderate acidity. This has a good number of years ahead of it.
Jul 2nd, 2023Vivacious expression on the nose and palate. Displays grapefruit, nectarines and crème brûlée on the nose. Rounder presentation from my last bottle. Lemons and limes on the palate, with delicate oak treatment. Such stature and grace with moderate acidity and minerality. At its peak now.
Vivacious expression on the nose and palate. Displays grapefruit, nectarines and crème brûlée on the nose. Rounder presentation from my last bottle. Lemons and limes on the palate, with delicate oak treatment. Such stature and grace with moderate acidity and minerality. At its peak now.
Feb 10th, 2023I’ll begin my note at the end… this is very enjoyable product. A warm caressing nose of baked bread and honeycomb transition to a lovely, delicate oak profile, combined with citrus fruits, as opposed to tropical notes. We tasted something new every time we sipped it.
I’ll begin my note at the end… this is very enjoyable product. A warm caressing nose of baked bread and honeycomb transition to a lovely, delicate oak profile, combined with citrus fruits, as opposed to tropical notes. We tasted something new every time we sipped it.
Oct 21st, 2022
Just a regular Thursday wine night...
Just a regular Thursday wine night...
Sep 23rd, 2022
Big rich Napa chard. Aged just right. Baked pineapple, pumpkin seed, nectarine. Sweet on the finish.
Big rich Napa chard. Aged just right. Baked pineapple, pumpkin seed, nectarine. Sweet on the finish.
Dec 14th, 2021
Previous notes still apply. Edit- Still needs 20-30 minutes in the glass to warm up. Loving it.
Previous notes still apply. Edit- Still needs 20-30 minutes in the glass to warm up. Loving it.
Aug 15th, 2020
16’ Larry Hyde Chardonnay. Medium golden color. Popping floral, citrus & white peach aromas on the nose.
Palate offering intense bright stone fruit, pear, baked apples with a splash of lemon & lime. BINGO! This 16 is just starting to show off. 5+ great years in it. Edit- Needs 30 minutes in glass to come alive.
16’ Larry Hyde Chardonnay. Medium golden color. Popping floral, citrus & white peach aromas on the nose.
Palate offering intense bright stone fruit, pear, baked apples with a splash of lemon & lime. BINGO! This 16 is just starting to show off. 5+ great years in it. Edit- Needs 30 minutes in glass to come alive.
Peggy had this 4 years ago
Peggy had this 4 years ago
1 person found it helpfulDec 29th, 2019Another beautiful Napa Valley Chardonnay from an amazing vineyard.
Another beautiful Napa Valley Chardonnay from an amazing vineyard.
1 person found it helpfulApr 23rd, 2019