Nose
Opens with beautiful floral aromas - violet and hints of lavender. Deep blue fruits, smoked paprika and dried mushroom are also present.
Palate
Elegant and very finessed on the palate - there is an intensity and energy driven by stem inclusion that supports mouth-coating tannin for a beautiful balance. Flavors of dried bing cherry and sassafras mix with spicy oak notes that linger on the finish.
Growing Conditions
Savoy Vineyard is located at the mid-point of the Anderson Valley, just west of the town of Philo. Three distinctive vineyard blocks of different clones; Dijon 115, Pommard, and Martini are blended together to create a harmony demonstrating the greatness of this famous Anderson Valley vineyard. Higher Elevation Vineyards develop wines of intriguing tension, with round, opulent blue fruit characters.
Aging
10 months in 45% New Francois Freres.
Appearance
Bright ruby hue.
