2019 Chardonnay, Hyde Vineyard Ram's Gate Winery
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Chardonnay, Hyde Vineyard 2019

a Chardonnay from Los CarnerosCA
$70 per bottle

ne of the more classic California vintages in recent memory, the 2019 is elegant on the nose with terrific concentration and depth on the palate. The striking difference in 2019, aside from the dynamic vintage, is the increased Musqué percentage in the final blend allowing the intense aromatics to shine through. The Musqué selection, now a heritage clone of Hyde Vineyards, has a lace-like mouthfeel and intensely perfumed with ripe apricots, honeysuckle and orange blossom. There is no malolactic fermentation due to our desire to capture the beautiful esters from harvest and preserving the purity on the palate. The Robert Young selection is weightier with meadow flowers and raw honey on the nose. This portion underwent full malolactic fermentation lending additional density and richness to the final blend. This wine is deliciously textured and truly graceful with the aromatics weaving effortlessly and finishing with distinct minerality.

Descriptors

  • ripe apricots
  • honeysuckle
  • orange blossom

Wine Scores

WE94

Aging

11 months/32% new French oak

Vineyard

Hyde Vineyard

Alc. %

13.73%
Detailed Info
Cases Produced 680
Sustainable Yes
Closure Natural
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Ram's Gate Winery

Founded in 2011, Ram’s Gate is entering a new era of winemaking excellence, focused on creating wine with character and poise. The winery’s portfolio showcases wines that are fresh, compelling and uncompromising in quality, sourced from vineyards that encompass the spirit of Sonoma County. The winery’s connection to the land is reflected in the breathtaking tasting room that overlooks the estate vineyard: 28-acres of organically farmed vines nestled in the southern tip of the Carneros AVA. Rooted in exploration, the Ram’s Gate Winery team brings a new perspective on refined elegance through thoughtful farming, transparent winemaking, genuine hospitality and sublime culinary experiences.

Wines:
Our portfolio of wines is crafted with a holistic eye on the process from farming practices rooted in sustainability and care for the land to winemaking techniques that adhere to the traditional while exploring new, innovative methods. Starting with our Sonoma Coast selections where you are introduced to our winemaking style, the wines are playful and enticing. The Cellar Note series engages your senses with the essence of each varietal and vintage. Our Single Vineyard program connect you to the unique terroir of our partner vineyards with wines that express their distinct character and personality. The Estate Collection of wines is where our terroir takes center stage and demonstrates what makes our corner of Sonoma County special. From start to finish you will experience compelling wines with elegance and character that reflect our dedication to classic wine styles with a California touch.

Experiences:
Crafting a holistic winery experience like no other is at the heart of a visit to Ram's Gate Winery. From our breathtaking tasting room overlooking our organically farmed vineyard enjoy a world-class tasting featuring our award-winning, elegant wines and genuine hospitality. Building on the sublime culinary experiences we are known for, reserve your place at the table for our Seasonal Wine and Food Experience or discover an exceptional way to pair wine and caviar. When put together, these are the elements for a stunning winery experience.

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