{"product_id":"2019-radio-coteau-savoy-anderson-valley-chardonnay","title":"2019 Radio-Coteau Savoy Anderson Valley Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Radio-Coteau Savoy Anderson Valley Chardonnay is a beautifully crafted, Burgundy-inspired white from one of California’s most sought-after cool-climate vineyards. Drawing on old-world sensibilities and new-world precision, this Chardonnay balances ripe Californian fruit with striking freshness and finesse. Sourced from the celebrated Savoy Vineyard in Anderson Valley, it showcases a nuanced blend of 70% Wente and 30% Prosser Chardonnay clones, aged for 15 months in 30% new French oak for depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 Savoy Chardonnay shows a luminous straw-gold hue with subtle green reflections, hinting at both richness and vibrancy. The nose is expressive and layered: clear notes of toasted honey, baked apple and pear are intertwined with pineapple and other tropical nuances, lifted by fresh cantaloupe and a gentle touch of vanilla-spiced oak.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is simultaneously generous and composed. The oak aging lends a light toast and a silken texture, framing abundant fruit tones—baked orchard fruits, caramelised lemon, and ripe melon—alongside sweet bakery spices, nutty and almond-skin notes. There is a creamy, crème fraîche–like richness to the mid-palate, yet it remains balanced by bright acidity and a saline, mineral edge. The finish is long, smooth and subtly savory, suggesting excellent aging potential. Enjoyable now for its opulence and charm, it has a drinking window of at least 10 years from the vintage, during which its layers of complexity and tertiary nuances will continue to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRadio-Coteau’s Savoy Chardonnay is sourced from the renowned Savoy Vineyard in Anderson Valley, Mendocino, a cool-climate region whose soils and climate show striking similarities to Burgundy. The vineyard’s well-drained soils and coastal influence create a long, even growing season, allowing Chardonnay to ripen slowly while retaining natural acidity and aromatic precision. Two clones are used—70% Wente and 30% Prosser—chosen for their low yields and concentration of flavor. Harvesting is typically carried out by hand to ensure pristine fruit selection. In the cellar, the must is gently vinified and the wine is aged for 15 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new, adding subtle toast, structure and texture without overwhelming the purity of the fruit. The result is a Chardonnay that marries Burgundian elegance with Californian intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Chardonnay is an excellent partner for rich yet refined dishes. Think seared scallops with brown butter, roast chicken with lemon and herbs, lobster or crab with drawn butter, or creamy mushroom risotto. It also works beautifully alongside soft-ripened cheeses such as Brie, Camembert or a delicate triple-cream. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to emphasize its freshness and aromatics while allowing the texture and oak nuances to emerge. A brief decant of 20–30 minutes can help the wine fully open, particularly in its youth, revealing more layers of fruit, spice and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded by winemaker Eric Sussman, Radio-Coteau has built a stellar reputation for site-expressive, organically farmed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Zinfandel from California’s cool coastal regions. In 2012, the estate purchased a historic 100-acre vineyard and ranch above the town of Occidental—originally known as Joseph Morelli \u0026amp; Sons before Prohibition and later Lemorel Winery, with vines dating back to 1892—deepening its roots in the Sonoma–Mendocino area. The property sits on prized Goldridge soils and encompasses a diverse agro-ecosystem, with old-vine Syrah and Zinfandel preserved and new plantings of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay established. Today, Radio-Coteau is regarded as one of the top producers in coastal California, celebrated for its low-intervention, terroir-driven wines that capture the nuance and character of sites like Anderson Valley’s famed Savoy Vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Radio-Coteau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251800232273,"sku":"GCW-RADI-19701","price":79.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_RadioCoteau_Savoy_Anderson_Valley_Chardonnay.png?v=1783441493","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2019-radio-coteau-savoy-anderson-valley-chardonnay","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}