Hoopes Chardonnay - 2023 (750ml) 1979 well worth keeping 3 years

well worth keeping 3 years minimum

The color is a handsome dark ruby with just a bit of pink at the edge

A combination of various flowers: rose

warm plums

30% Marsanne

Hoopes Chardonnay - 2023 (750ml) 1979 well worth keeping 3 yearsWe call this one the Goldilocks Chardonnaynot too rich, not too lean, just right. A blend of Carneros freshness and Yountville warmth, this wine walks the line beautifully, offering both structure and softness in perfect balance. Aged in a thoughtful mix of neutral French oak, stainless steel, and amphora clayeach vessel brings something special: texture, purity, and a grounded elegance. The result is a bright and inviting Chardonnay that opens with