LucidWild
Hidden
Chardonnay
The Hidden Chardonnay is bright, clean, and buzzing with the entirety of the citrus spectrum with a medium-long finish.
2023 Tasting Notes
The 2023 Hidden Chardonnay reflects the purity and character of LucidWild’s single- vineyard estate. Aromas of fresh pear, golden apple, and Meyer lemon unfold alongside delicate white blossom and a subtle touch of wet stone. The palate is luminous and textured, balancing vibrant acidity with refined richness and a gentle citrus core. Focused and beautifully composed, the wine carries through to a clean, lingering finish that highlights the clarity and precision of Hidden Chardonnay.
2023 Hidden Accolades
95 – Paul Gregutt – Northwest Wine Guide ↗️
93 – Northwest Wine Report ↗️
93 – International Wine Report ↗️
93 – Wine Spectator ↗️
93 – James Suckling ↗️
93 – Decanter ↗️
92 – Wine Enthusiast ↗️
2023 Wine Specs
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate, Dundee Hills AVA
Farmed: 100% Dry-Farmed, LIVE Sustainable, Salmon Safe, Deep Roots Coalition, Bee Friendly
Harvest Date: September 2023
Fermentation: Native Yeast Fermentation
Barrel Aging: 16 months, 40% New French Oak
Stainless Steel Aging: 4 months on fine lees
Bottle Aging: Over 6 months
Cases Produced: 100 cases
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate
AVA: Dundee Hills
Total Acrege Planted: 24.75
Elevation 600-800 feet
Exposure: South
Vine Space: 4 to 5 feet
Row Space: 8 feet
Farmed: Dry Farmed, Live Sustainable, Salmon Safe, Deep Roots Coalition, Bee Friendly
Serenity: Dijon 95
Karma: Dijon 548
Picking Date: September 2023
Harvest Data: 21.8 brix, pH 3.22, TA 7.63 g/L
Harvested/Sorted: Hand harvested and sorted
Pressed: Whole Cluster Pressed
Malolactic fermentation: Indigenous
Fermentation: Native Yeast Fermentation
Barrel Aging: 16 months, 40% New French Oak
Corks: Diam 10
Alcohol: 13.0%
Bottled: March 5th , 2025
2022 Tasting Notes
The 2022 Hidden Chardonnay embodies LucidWild’s commitment to crafting small-batch wines that capture the essence of the single vineyard estate. Its vibrant bouquet showcases ripe orchard fruits, delicate floral notes, and a subtle hint of citrus blossom. The palate offers a harmonious balance of elegance and bright acidity, leading to a lingering, delightful, and elegant finish.
2022 Hidden Accolades
95 – International Wine Report ↗️
94 – Paul Gregutt – Northwest Wine Guide ↗️
94 – Northwest Wine Report – Critic’s Choice ↗️
93 – Decanter ↗️
92 – James Suckling ↗️
2022 Wine Specs
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate, Dundee Hills AVA
Farmed: 100% Dry-Farmed, LIVE Sustainable, Salmon Safe
Harvest Date: October 2022
Barrel Aging: 12 months, Neutral French Oak
Stainless Steel Aging: 4 months on fine lees
Bottle Aging: Over 6 months
Cases Produced: 45
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate
AVA: Dundee Hills
Total Acreage Planted: 24.75 acres
Elevation: 600-800 feet
Exposure: South
Soils: Volcanic Jory Soils, Basalt Mother Rock With Iron-Rich Soils
Vine Space: 4 to 5 feet
Row Space: 8 feet
Farmed: Dry Farmed, Live Sustainable, Salmon Safe, Bee Friendly Farming
Serenity Block: Dijon Clone 95
Karma Block: Dijon Clone 548
Picking date: October 1, 2022
Harvest Data: 20.6 brix, pH 3.16, TA 8.9 g/l
Harvested/Sorted: Hand harvested and sorted
Pressed: Whole Cluster Pressed
Malolactic Fermentation: Indigenous
Fermentation: Native Fermentation in Bottle
Barrel Aging: 12 months, Neutral French Oak
Stainless Steel Aging: 4 months on fine lees
Bottle Aging: Over 6 months
Corks: Diam 10
Alcohol: 12.8%
Bottled: March 12, 2024
2021 Tasting Notes
The 2021 Hidden Chardonnay is expressive and vibrant that opens with enticing aromas of ripe apple and pear fruit, complemented by a focused bouquet of orange blossom and ripe melon. These flavors carry through on the palate, revealing a beautifully balanced and elegant wine that delivers a firm richness of citrus blossom. This single-vineyard Chardonnay is bright, clean, and brimming with the full spectrum of citrus notes, culminating in a medium-long finish.
2021 Hidden Accolades
95 – Northwest Wine Report ↗️
94 – Editors’ Choice – Wine Enthusiast ↗️
94 – Decanter ↗️
93 – James Suckling ↗️
2021 Wine Specs
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate, Dundee Hills AVA
Farmed: 100% Dry-Farmed, LIVE Sustainable, Salmon Safe
Harvest Date: September 2021
Barrel Aging: 12 months, 25% New French Oak
Bottle Aging: Over 6 months
Cases Produced: 75
Vineyard: LucidWild Estate
AVA: Dundee Hills
Total Acreage Planted: 24.75 acres
Elevation: 600-800 feet
Exposure: South
Soils: Volcanic Jory Soils, Basalt Mother Rock With Iron-Rich Soils
Vine Space: 4 to 5 feet
Row Space: 8 feet
Farmed: Dry Farmed, Live Sustainable, Salmon Safe, Bee Friendly Farming
Serenity Block – Dijon Clone 95
Karma Block – Dijon Clone 548, Dijon Clone 76
Picking date: September 10, 15, & 16, 2021
Harvest Data: 21.8 brix, pH 3.21, TA 8.5 g/l
Harvested/Sorted: Hand harvested and sorted
Fermentation: Native Yeast Fermentation
Pressed: Whole Cluster – Long and Gentle Champagne Program
Barreled: September 28 and October 4, 2021
Malolactic fermentation: Indigenous
Barrel Aging: 12 months – 25% New French Oak
Corks: DIAM 10
Alcohol: 13%
Bottled: May 12, 2023
The Label
LucidWild’s original artwork wine labels are designed and created by Sean Mosher-Smith, who leads the award-winning studio Echo Designlab in Brooklyn, NY.
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