2020 Hudson Chardonnay Napa Valley-Carneros

Winemaker Notes: The 2020 Chardonnay showcases a combination of 5 distinct blocks from the Hudson Estate planted to Heritage Shot Wente clone. We hand select barrels from each site to create a Chardonnay that fully expresses the elegant and balanced style of Hudson Vineyards. The wine is rich with bright acidity and mouthwatering notes of citrus, stone fruit, and brioche.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - "Blended from five parcels, all of which are planted to the Old Wente selection, the 2020 Chardonnay Hudson Vineyard is entirely barrel fermented and aged in about 60% new French oak. Despite that, gently grilled pineapple slices make the first impression, not oak, with additional fruit nuances of white peach, pear and melon also appearing. It's medium to full-bodied but balances that heft and custardy richness with bright acids and a crisp, citrusy finish."


James Suckling - "A fragrant nose of green olive, lemon grass, dried lime and subtle ground spice. Medium-to full-bodied and creamy. Nicely structured, with a hint of tannin helping to steady the well-ripened fruit across the palate. A zesty undertone here. Bright, but nicely mature. Drink or hold."