Vivier Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard 2021
Fragrances of wet stone, green apple and fresh herbs. Classic Hyde minerality and freshness. Citrus and pear on the palate with plenty of vibrance and brightness. Very complex, with seductive spices, candied green apple, Cantaloupe melon, and a savory + refreshing finish reminiscent of our favorite Grand Cru Chablis. This wine will age gracefully for two decades. – April 2023
Vivier Winery
Stephane Vivier is the winemaker behind legendary Domaine de la Romanée Conti's
California operation, but crafts tiny amounts of wine under his own name from some of
the most prestigious vineyards also sourced by more famous names like Kosta Browne,
Chateau Boswell and Gary Farrell.
After obtaining degrees in viticulture and enology from Université de Bourgogne in
Dijon, he worked in Switzerland, Sonoma and New Zealand. There, he discovered the
difference between Old World and New World winemaking. The vineyards were young,
as were the winemakers, giving free reign for them to put their own stamp on the wines
they crafted.
The Wine
- Winery Vivier
- Vintage 2021
- Varietal Chardonnay
- Style Boutique
- Winemaker Stéphane Vivier
- Production Boutique
Locale
- Country USA
- State California
- Region Napa
Cellar Notes
- Aromatics Green Apple, Herbs, Stone
- Tasting Notes Apple, Citrus, Melon, Pear
- Food Pairings Aux Delice, Baked Chicken Breasts with Tarragon, Camembert, Corn Soufflé with Dungeness Crab
- Opening Now through 2040
Ratings
- Our Rating 97 - Classic