2019 Amici Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay
James Suckling
“Creamy and elegant.”
2019 Amici Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay
James Suckling
“Creamy and elegant.”
Vineyard Notes
The 200-acre Hyde Vineyard, considered one of California’s Grand Cru vineyards, includes one of the oldest blocks of Chardonnay grapes. Carneros has always been considered prime land for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The shallower soil and cooler climates of Carneros result in smaller vines and grapes that turn into bright, ethereal wines.
Winemaking Notes
Located on the Napa side of the Carneros AVA, Hyde Vineyard is truly one of California’s grand cru Chardonnay vineyards and a site that parallels the quality and prestige of our single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon portfolio. The 2019 is lively and driven by vibrant acidity, featuring tangerine and spearmint notes on the nose. The textured palate features a roasted grain and rye entry followed by hints of orange zest and wet stone that carry through the long, dense finish.
- Vintage
- 2019
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Vineyard
- Hyde Vineyard
- Appellation
- Carneros
- Blend
- 100% Chardonnay
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Fermentation & Aging
- 100% Barrel fermentation; Full malolactic; Aged 15 months in 35% new French oak
Reviews
James Suckling
Pretty nose of hawthorn, praline, dried apple, white peach, lemon pith and cedar. Full-bodied with fresh acidity. Creamy and elegant. Smoked almonds and crushed stones on the mineral finish. Long and oily at the end. Drink or hold.
