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The December 2021 Auction: Part 1

Auction # 687 | View Auction Schedule and Details
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Auction Ends: 12/2/2021 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #588. Aubert Chardonnay Larry Hyde & Sons 2019

Description: Consists of 2 Bottles, 0.75L
Score: 97-100 WA.
"Aubert noted that this is his coolest site and usually the last to be harvested. Located near the Hyde Estate winery, by virtue of chilly afternoon breezes, it is indeed among the coolest sites on the Napa side of the Los Carneros AVA. This section is planted to Corton-Charlemagne clone on St. George rootstock. A barrel sample, it is being aged in 50% new French oak barrels. Whoa—the 2019 Chardonnay Larry Hyde & Sons explodes from the glass with bombastic scents of sea spray, freshly shaved ginger, lemon curd and grapefruit plus emerging hints of green guava, lime cordial and coriander seed with a waft of struck flint. Full-bodied, rich and lively, the palate is remarkably fruity and yet possesses loads of mineral sparks and savory nuances, finishing very long and spicy. This vintage no doubt played to the strengths of this site beautifully in 2019, delivering a very impressive wine of amazing singularity and intensity." Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate Interim, Jan 2021
Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $180

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