The 2017 Chardonnay from Hyde Vineyard leaps forth with firm and expressive aromas of lemon peel, honeysuckle, and orange blossom with just a hint of butterscotch. The palate is refreshed by concentrated flavors of green apples, pear, and pineapple followed by bright acidity that brings complexity to the rich and pure finish. On its own, with food, in ten years; this Hyde Vineyard Estate will handle it all with a firm grace. 94 points - Wine Enthusiast "Elegant and vibrant, this well-concentrated and well-balanced wine is well worth finding for the most-special occasions. Lemon cream and toasted oak aromas, luscious pear and marzipan flavors and great acidity all come together beautifully. It has a long finish and will have a long life. From the Winery: Firm and expressive aromas of lemon peel, honeysuckle and orange blossom with just a hint of butterscotch. The palate is refreshed by concentrated flavors of green apples, pear, and pineapple followed by bright acidity that brings complexity to the rich and pure finish. This vintage did not see a lot of rain but was overall a moderate growing season.    Light rain during bloom lowered crop levels, however, the berries that remained were concentrated.  A heat spike during August slowed down the ripening of the grapes giving the fruit depth and great flavors.  With the unfortunate occurrence of the 2017 fires, we were lucky enough to have picked all our fruit and secured in barrels before the smoke settled in.