2005 Chardonnay, Hyde Vineyard, Napa-Carneros

Publications

The Corkscrewer Report

Author

Johannes Marlena and Ryan Koczara

Date

November 2015

Award

96

Review

David (Ramey) surprised us with a library wine, to demonstrate the aging potential of his Chardonnays. Like Burgundy whites, David says his Chardonnays can age 10-20 years, with 10 years’ wait time his personal preference. With age: visually, a gorgeous gold color; texturally, creaminess and a syrupy quality; aromatically, biscuits and almond and hazelnut. Citrus flavors, butterscotch and mild oak flow caressingly over the palate. Like Charlize Theron or John Stamos, this is wine that ages incredibly well.

Wine

2005 Chardonnay, Hyde Vineyard, Napa-Carneros