2022 Hildegard Santa Maria
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Always a singular highlight in the Au Bon Climat portfolio, the 2022 Hildegard recreates the 19th-century layout of Corton-Charlemagne, blending Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc (from Bien Nacido) with Aligoté (from Le Bon Climat). Its maturation in 100% new barrels provides a rich, toasty opulence that remains impressively classy and composed, layered with vanilla pod, toasted hazelnut and flinty flourishes. The palate unfolds as expected with a glossy, full-bodied and decadent profile, energized by a lively backbone of minerality that offers drive and persistence.
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James Suckling
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Mineral, with a quiet floral lift alongside the warmth of new French oak. Punchy acidity maintains a lively yet textural palate, where hazelnuts anchor apricots, hard pears, lemons and limes. Drink or hold.
Smelling like a terrific white Burgundy, the 2022 Hildegard is based on 50% Pinot Gris, 45% Pinot Blanc, and 5% Aligoté aged 16 months in new French oak. Ripe stone fruits, brioche, toasted almond, and some sappy herb notes all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness, a focused, concentrated mouthfeel, nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's a serious white that deserves a classy meal. I’d drink bottles over the coming 4-5 years, but certainly wouldn’t be surprised to see it have an interesting evolution beyond that as well.
The 2022 White Hildegard Estate is superb. This blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Aligoté fared exceptionally well in this vintage. Orchard fruit, citrus peel, white pepper and slate lend notable cut. This vibrant, steely white marries freshness and textural resonance. It's one of the top wines here in 2022.