{"product_id":"hudson-vineyards-chardonnay-little-bit-2022","title":"Hudson Vineyards Chardonnay Little Bit 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eHudson Vineyards Chardonnay Little Bit 2022 is a standout barrel selection from Napa Valley, already showing the kind of depth and polish that places it among the region’s most impressive Chardonnays. Sourced from the Little Bit vineyard—distinct from Hudson’s other new selection, Ladybug—this wine offers its own personality while reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship that has made Hudson a reference point for California Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale to medium gold in the glass, the 2022 Little Bit opens with an expressive, layered nose of ripe apricots, green guava, lime, melted butter, popcorn, honey, and a subtle marzipan note. The bouquet is generous and polished, leading into a deeply concentrated palate that is both rich and precise.\n\nOn the palate, expect a full-bodied Chardonnay with impressive intensity and texture, unfolding notes of grape, vanilla, baked apple, caramel, and brioche, finishing with a vivid saline minerality that brings lift and structure. It has the concentration and balance to develop beautifully in bottle over the next several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from the Little Bit vineyard in Napa Valley, located in a different site than Hudson’s Ladybug selection, which gives the wine its own distinct character. The fruit is harvested with a focus on quality and then whole-cluster pressed before spending 23 months on the lees in French oak barrels, 80% of which were new. This élevage gives the wine its creamy texture, oak complexity, and remarkable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a Chardonnay that pairs beautifully with rich seafood dishes such as butter-poached lobster, scallops, or roasted halibut, as well as roast chicken, creamy pasta, and dishes with truffle or mushroom accents. Serve slightly chilled, ideally around 10–12°C, and consider decanting briefly if you want to open up its aromatic complexity in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHudson Vineyard is one of Napa Valley’s most respected sources for premium Chardonnay, known for producing site-driven wines with precision, richness, and age-worthy structure. The estate’s barrel selections highlight the individuality of each vineyard block and showcase the pedigree of Napa Chardonnay at a very high level. Even in only its second vintage, Little Bit 2022 already demonstrates the producer’s commitment to excellence and meticulous winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hudson Vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252136333649,"sku":"FW-9975","price":117.18,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Produkt-Grid_316b506e-4bb9-4235-8e94-17ffe7028cf5.png?v=1783443363","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/hudson-vineyards-chardonnay-little-bit-2022","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}