California Wine Crush: Hudson Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Seashell 2023

Friday, September 26, 2025

Executive Editor Jim Gordon’s latest Wine Crush is the Hudson Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros Seashell 2023. This standout white comes from one of Carneros' most important vineyards and offers a compelling alternative to richer, more buttery styles. Jim praises the wine for being “restrained and tense in a good way,” highlighting its crisp apple and wet stone aromas, vibrant acidity and a “flinty” minerality that provides energy and length. Watch on for more:

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