Savoy Hill On a stunning hillside vineyard located northwest of Philo, Richard Savoy’s Pinot Noir grapes develop intense flavor over a growing season lengthened by the cooling maritime influence that funnels through the Anderson Valley. A severe selection in both the vineyard and the cellar in 2006 yielded quality consistent with the vineyard’s pedigree, but reduced production by 100 cases.

Pennyroyal, pomegranate, plum, dried cherry, sandalwood and violet flavors populate the typically expressive nose. An accessible midpalate showcases broad flavors of violet, plums, maple syrup and dark chocolate. Smokiness emerges on the finish, which remains tightly packed for the moment but boasts more aromatics and accessibility than normal at this stage. Drink through at least 2012.

380 cases produced. $50 per bottle.
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GROWER:
Richard Savoy
APPELLATION:
Anderson Valley, Mendocino
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:
Northwest of Philo
VARIETAL:
Pinot Noir
SELECTION:
Pommard, Dijon 115, Martini
VINEYARD AGE:
Planted in 1991, 1992 & 1996
SOIL TYPE:
Recent terrace deposits with river gravel
HARVEST DATE:
October 11th and 25th
PRODUCTION:
395 Cases
UNFINED AND UNFILTERED
 
 

THE WINE ADVOCATE #174, December 2007
(90-92) points
“Blueberries, spring flowers, and hints of raspberries and crushed rocks all jump from the glass of the 2006 Pinot Noir Savoy Vineyard. A classic Anderson Valley Pinot with medium body, beautiful purity, delicacy and finesse, this is a lovely wine that should drink nicely for 4-5 years.” — Robert Parker


INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR #138, May/June 2008
92 points
“Bright red color. Sexy, intensely perfumed aromas of raspberry, wild strawberry, fresh rose and minerals. Fleshy red fruit flavors stain the palate and offer excellent vivacity, picking up fine-grained tannins with air. A clean, brisk style of pinot, with no excess weight and great finishing thrust.” — Josh Raynolds

 
 
 

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