Radio-Coteau California Wine

Burgundy has proven that quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can be grown in the same soil, Corton hill being the classic example. Wines from this special place inspired our decision to make Chardonnay from the Savoy Vineyard, whose soil and climate are also ideal for both Burgundian varietals. The 2010 Savoy Anderson Valley Chardonnay is 70% Wente clone and 30% Prosser clone, once again driving a mineral focus.

This golden straw colored Chardonnay emits nuanced tropical and stone fruit aromas from the glass, notably apricot and white peach. Bright fruit balances a 15 month elevage of 40% new french oak. Upon entry kumquat and meyer lemon integrate with mineral and river stone. Delicate wood spice frames the fruit while an unctuous mouthfeel is smooth, but not heavy. Length and texture are tempered by acidity, depicting the cool Anderson Valley growing site. A becoming integration of vibrant fruit, fresh acidity and luxurious texture. Generous now and will cellar well for 5-6 years

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Savoy Chardonnay GROWER:
Richard Savoy, Paul Ardzrooni
APPELLATION:
Anderson Valley, Mendocino
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:
Northwest of Philo
VARIETAL:
Chardonnay
SELECTION:
Wente and Prosser
VINEYARD AGE:
Planted in 1991
SOIL TYPE:
Recent terrace deposits with river gravel
HARVEST DATE:
October 3rd and 13th
PRODUCTION:
362 Cases
UNFINED AND UNFILTERED

THE WINE ADVOCATE #199, February 2012
(90-92) points
“The 2010 Chardonnay Savoy is a beautiful wine. An expressive bouquet melds into dynamic layers of fruit in this vibrant, highly articulate Chardonnay. White flowers, lemon and minerals inform the long, vibrant finish. This is a terrific showing. The Savoy is made from 60% Wente and 40% Prosser clones. The wine is aged on its lees, with batonnage. The wine was scheduled to be racked only for bottling in late January 2012. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. ” — Antonio Galloni

STEVEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR, May/June 2012
92 points
“Light, green-tinged yellow. Exotic, heady aromas of poached pear, white flowers, iodine and clove, with a smoky mineral topnote. Juicy, sharply focused orchard and citrus fruit flavors are complemented by a touch of sweet butter and pick up anise and spice nuances with air. Finishes sappy, stony and very long, with lingering smokiness and florality.” — Josh Raynolds

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