Massican Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard 2023
(Napa Valley & Sonoma County, California) - [DM 95] [JS 94] [WE 93] [WA 92]

95 Points - Decanter Magazine:
Winemaker Dan Petroski sources this fruit from the eponymous Hyde Vineyard, one of California's most famous and historic Chardonnay sites. It was founded by Larry Hyde in Carneros in 1979; the Musque clone of Chardonnay that Dan uses in this wine was planted in 1992. Honeyed aromatics show a tremendous depth bolstered by such lively acidity and brilliant saline character with seaspray lifting honey-drizzled peaches. The palate shows as Old World; fresh nectarines, smoky grilled lemon slices and a glorious sea salt are cut by a filigreed minerality that carries elegantly into the finish." (June 2024)

94 Points - James Suckling:
"Fermented and aged in 100% large new oak barrels, this is a tradition-breaking, linear wine from the famous Hyde Vineyard in Carneros. Using Musque clone vines, it produces a slightly floral, peachy, jicama-tasting wine that’s light-bodied, mineral-laden, and energized with acidity."

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast:
"Abundant flavors of mixed citrus deepened by crushed and spiced almonds and a hint of toasted pecan. Impressive concentration greets the palate with generosity yet no heaviness followed by a lengthy, compelling finish." - ECB (Dec 2024)

92 Points - Wine Advocate:
"The 2023 Chardonnay Hyde was matured for six months in 100% new French oak. It opens with youthful touches of crème caramel over a core of yellow apples, jasmine and saline. The palate balances bright, linear acidity with a rounded, mouth-coating texture. It offers concentrated, mineral-driven flavors and has a long, salty finish. It deserves 2-3+ years in the cellar. 547 cases produced." - Erin Brooks (Oct 2024)