2018 Hudson Ranch Chardonnay Little Bit
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Coming all from heritage Wente clone and aged 23 months in 80% new French oak, the 2018 Chardonnay Little Bit has a gorgeously complex, layered style as well as ample lemon and pineapple fruits, white flowers and crème brûlée nuances. It’s the real deal and is medium to full-bodied, with a layered mouthfeel, integrated acidity, and a great finish. Hello, beautiful!
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Jeb Dunnuck
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The 2018 Chardonnay Little Bit brings together the richness of this site with a sense of airiness that gives the wine lift. Broad and yet understated, with tons of power in support, the 2018 is super-expressive today. There is real inner, density and creaminess here. Light tropical accents linger on the close.
The 2018 Chardonnay Little Bit was aged for 23 months in French oak barrels, 80% New. It comes charging out of the gate with bold scents of honey-drizzled peaches, poached pears and guava plus nuances of beeswax, struck flint and chalk dust with a touch of lemon zest. Full-bodied and concentrated, it has a creamy texture and fantastic tension, finishing on a lingering ginger note. 185 cases were made.