SavoyAnderson Valley Chardonnay
2024 Fall Release
Vineyard Profile
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 organically farmed Savoy Vineyard, whose soil and climate are also ideal for both Burgundian varietals. The 2022 Savoy Chardonnay is comprised of 70% citrus-driven Wente and 30% rich, fruit-focused Prosser clones. After a gentle whole cluster press, it was aged for 16 months, first in a mix of barrel and puncheon with 15% new tight-grained French oak, followed by three months in stainless steel prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes
The 2022 Savoy Chardonnay features a dynamic aromatic profile highlighted by bold citrus notes of oro blanco and lemon marmalade alongside the delicate fragrance of fresh yellow flowers. The expressive nose is confirmed on the palate and accented by rounded hints of white peach and honeysuckle. A subtle warm dumpling dough undertone adds depth and a touch of richness, balanced by bright lemongrass and a flicker of flint. A pop of crisp acidity punctuates the mid-palate and lingers deliciously, making for a memorable and serious Chardonnay with an elegant, enduring finish.
Cellar Notes
- Grower:
Cliff Lede - 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:
September 10th - Unfined
& Unfiltered - Growing Season
2022
Wine Reviews
“The 2022 Chardonnay Savoy is an unqualified success in this challenging vintage. Airy, elegant and refined, the 2022 Savoy captures the best of Anderson Valley Chardonnay. Dried herbs, mint, lemon confit, chamomile, dried herbs and orange peel lift effortlessly from the glass in this classy, refined Chardonnay from Radio-Coteau. This saw a bit less time in wood than the other Chardonnays—a choice that paid off nicely.”
–Antonio Galloni