SavoyAnderson Valley Chardonnay
2025 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 cooler 2023 growing season brought patience to the forefront, with full physiological maturity observed nearly a month later than previous years. Following a gentle whole cluster press, the Savoy Chardonnay was aged for 16 months – first in a mix of 20% new tight-grained French oak barrel and puncheon, then settled into stainless steel for two months prior to bottling. Once again a vineyard blend of Wente and Prosser clones, the 2023 Savoy Chardonnay is composed and textural, carrying the imprint of the lengthened growing season within its quintessential site character.
Tasting Notes
The 2023 Savoy Anderson Valley Chardonnay offers an alluring aromatic medley of sun-kissed white peach, fresh guava, lemon zest, and a touch of yellow flowers. The expansive entry moves through the palate, warmed by a tinge of toasted marshmallow and lifted by a light layer of lemongrass. Citrusy acidity elevates the rounded mouthfeel and extends through the long finish, lending the 2023 Savoy Chardonnay both immediate charm and lengthy aging potential.
Cellar Notes
- Grower:
Donum - 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 2nd & 6th - Unfined
& Unfiltered - Growing Season
2023
Wine Reviews
“The 2023 Chardonnay Savoy is another chiseled, nervy white in this range from Radio-Coteau. The Savoy has a bit more mid-palate resonance than some of the Chardonnays, but it, too, is done in a style that emphasizes energy more than anything else.”
–Antonio Galloni