Two families : One passion Hyde de Villaine The Hyde family has a rich history of California farming and winemaking that dates back to the 1800s. Aubert de Villaine is renowned worldwide as a master French winemaker, steeped in Burgundy's winemaking traditions. The two families were joined by marriage when De Villaine married vineyard owner Larry Hyde's "Belle Cousine" Pamela. Hyde de Villaine is a venture that celebrates family, excellent wine, and centuries of expertise from two highly respected winemaking families.