Hyde Vineyard Goldberg Variations No. 2 Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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Pan-seared sea scallops, roasted chicken with tarragon butter, creamy mushroom risotto
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Named in honor of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterpiece, the 'Goldberg Variations No. 2' Chardonnay represents winemaker Paul Lato's harmonious blending of artistry and terroir. The fruit is sourced from the legendary Hyde Vineyard in the Carneros region of Napa Valley, a site celebrated for its cool maritime breezes from the San Pablo Bay and ancient clay-loam soils. This unique microclimate allows the Chardonnay grapes—predominantly the low-yielding Wente clone—to ripen slowly, retaining vibrant natural acidity while developing deep, complex flavors. In the cellar, Lato employs traditional French burgundian techniques, including barrel fermentation and aging in select French oak barrels, to craft a wine of exceptional texture, purity, and mineral-driven elegance.
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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.