{"product_id":"hyde-de-villaine-chardonnay-napa-valley-carneros-hyde-vineyard-2023","title":"Hyde de Villaine Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Hyde Vineyard 2023 (Email Sale, Arrives 5\/8)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carneros, Napa Valley, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale gold with a brilliant clarity; aromas of green apple, pear, lemon zest, and floral notes with a touch of toasted almond and vanilla; full-bodied and well-structured with balanced acidity, creamy texture, and flavors of ripe stone fruits, citrus, and subtle mineral undertones, leading to a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99 Points James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is truly excellent, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshowing a mineral-edged nose with pure energy and tension. Aromas of struck match, citrus blossoms, crushed stones, and salted nuts. The palate is taut, with no hard edges and driving acidity that keeps you salivating for minutes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosing in on perfection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink or hold. 99 Points. James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dec 19, 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from the esteemed Hyde Vineyard, known for its cool microclimate and well-drained soils, ideal for cultivating high-quality Chardonnay. Hand-harvested and meticulously sorted, with fermentation in French oak barrels to enhance complexity. Aged on lees for added richness and texture, with a restrained use of new oak to maintain fruit purity and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lobster, scallops, roasted chicken, creamy pastas, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Story:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyde de Villaine is a collaboration between the Hyde family of Napa Valley and the de Villaine family of Burgundy, bringing together world-class viticulture and winemaking expertise from both regions. The partnership aims to produce wines of distinction that reflect the unique terroir of Carneros. Their Chardonnay captures the precision and elegance of Burgundy while embracing the richness and vibrancy characteristic of Napa Valley fruit, offering a balanced expression of New World and Old World winemaking philosophies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAubert de Villaine\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first\"\u003eAubert de Villaine, married to the Hyde’s aunt Pamela F. de Villaine, is one of Burgundies most recognized individuals. As the proprietor of his own wine,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine de Villaine\u003c\/span\u003e, and as co-director of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine de la Romanée Conti\u003c\/span\u003e, Aubert has spent his years carefully studying every nuance that might enhance his viticultural and enological practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eR. E. “Rick\" Hyde III\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seventh-generation Californian descended from one of the state’s earliest farming families, Rick Hyde brings a distinguished agricultural lineage to his position as President of HdV Wines and as a member of the historic de la Guerra family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2000, he co-founded the winery through a notable partnership with his Uncles, Aubert de Villaine of Burgundy and Larry Hyde of Napa Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince HdV’s inception, he has served as a principal figure in the family’s winemaking enterprise, providing the leadership that has shaped the winery’s reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Hyde began his wine industry career in his teenage years, driving tractors and delivering loads of fruit for Hyde Vineyard. Thereafter, he continued his involvement by developing Las Trancas Vineyard with Larry Hyde and Sonoma Stage Vineyard with his Father, Richard Hyde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough his family’s winemaking heritage is firmly rooted in California, Mr. Hyde resides in the Pacific Northwest with his wife, Rachel, where they raised their two daughters, Caroline and Colette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first\"\u003eBorn and raised deep in the rich traditions of Frances greatest winemaking techniques, Aubert brings to the partnership the foundation upon which the venture bases its theories and practices. Though tradition and history may run heavily in his veins, his uncompromising desire to experiment and learn has brought him to the Napa Valley to work with family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuillaume Boudet\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first\"\u003eGuillaume joined Hyde de Villaine as a harvest intern in the summer of 2013 and was promoted to Associate Winemaker in 2015. Guillaume works closely with Larry and Chris Hyde on all vineyard matters and reports to Aubert de Villaine on matters involving winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first\"\u003eBorn in Bordeaux and raised in Toulouse, France; his passion for wine was first initiated at a young age by his grandfather, who worked as a cooper with many of the first growth Chateaus of Bordeaux. Guillaume earned his master’s degree in agricultural engineering, then pursued a degree in winemaking and viticulture from the University of Bordeaux while working for ultra-premium wineries in the Sonoma Coast and Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first\"\u003eGuillaume believes strongly in terroir-driven winemaking, which emphasizes the many qualities of Hyde Vineyard, with minimal manipulation in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Republic National","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48712081899777,"sku":"hydedevillaine","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/Hyde-de-Villaine-Chardonnay-Hyde-Vineyard-750-ml_1.jpg?v=1777642230","url":"https:\/\/arrowine.com\/products\/hyde-de-villaine-chardonnay-napa-valley-carneros-hyde-vineyard-2023","provider":"Arrowine \u0026 Cheese","version":"1.0","type":"link"}