Rating:
94
Jeb Dunnuck - jebdunnuck.com
"There's 2000 cases of the 2015 Chardonnay Hungry Blonde, and it's one seriously good Chardonnay. Aged sur lie in 20% new French oak, this classic beauty gives up lot of orchard fruits, some buttered citrus and peach, medium to full-bodied richness, and terrific balance. It's the real deal and will keep for 5+ years. At 30 bucks it's a killer value."
Product Description:
An opulent and beautifully detailed California Chardonnay and only into their third vintage, Hungry Blonde appears to be on the fast track to becoming one of the more memorable Chardonnays produced in Napa Valley in the under fifty range. Made by the iconic Cary Gott, the fruit for this captivating Chardonnay comes from the Poe Vineyard, which sits adjacent to the world renowned Hyde Vineyard. Fittingly, Larry Hyde’s HDV Chardonnay, sells for $60… The originator of numerous enthusiastic utterances and significant re-orders…
For those of you who love the classic “California Style” of Chardonnay, a la Beringer Private Reserve, Rombauer, Frank Family, Paul Hobbs, Far Niente, etc., Hungry Blonde should be on your mind and in your cellar… Increasing in popularity with each cork pulled, this brilliant new Chardonnay project merits serious attention. With delectable flavors spanning white peach, smoky hazelnuts, almonds and honeysuckle, at just $29.99/btl, Hungry Blonde delivers everything you might expect from an upper echelon Napa Valley Chardonnay.