Goldberg Variations No. 1 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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Pan-seared scallops, roasted chicken, creamy mushroom risotto
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Paul Lato's 'Goldberg Variations No. 1' is a masterful tribute to Johann Sebastian Bach's iconic keyboard composition, reflecting a shared pursuit of structure, harmony, and intricate complexity. Sourced from the legendary Hyde Vineyard in the cool-climate Carneros region of Napa Valley, this Chardonnay benefits from the cooling marine breezes of the San Pablo Bay and ancient clay-loam soils. Larry Hyde's meticulous farming yields fruit of exceptional concentration and bright, natural acidity. In the cellar, Lato applies a gentle, minimal-intervention approach, utilizing native yeast fermentation and aging in select French oak barrels to preserve the pristine stone fruit, citrus, and mineral characteristics of the site while crafting a luxurious, beautifully textured finish.
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Founded in 2002 by Polish-born sommelier Paul Lato, this artisanal winery is based in Santa Maria, California, within the heart of Santa Barbara County. Driven by a philosophy of minimal intervention and a quest for elegance and balance, Lato meticulously selects fruit from some of the Central Coast's most prestigious vineyards, including Bien Nacido, Solomon Hills, and Larner. The estate is highly acclaimed for its small-production, single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, and Syrahs, which beautifully capture the unique maritime-influenced terroir of the region. With an unwavering focus on purity of fruit and texture, expressions like the Solomon Hills Pinot Noir Suerte and Larner Syrah Cinematique have earned the winery a reputation as one of California's premier boutique producers.