2005 Radio-Coteau Pinot Noir Savoy
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One of my favorites is the 2005 Pinot Noir Savoy, which has beautiful earthy, blueberry, and raspberry notes intermixed with spring flowers and forest floor. The wine has excellent texture, outstanding ripeness and precision, and a long, elegant finish. It could be mistaken for a premier cru Chambolle-Musigny. Drink it over the next 5-6 years. Previously recommended: 2004 Pinot Noir Alberigi (89+), 2004 Pinot Noir La Neblina (88), 2004 Pinot Noir Savoy (91), 2004 Pinot Noir Terra Neuma (90), 2004 Syrah Cherry Camp (93+), 2004 Syrah Timbervine (95), 2004 Zinfandel Von Weidlich (90). Tel. (707) 887-8335; Fax (801) 340-6041
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Dark red. Intensely perfumed aromas of ripe blackberry and cherry, complemented by exotic sandalwood and fresh rose. Ripe and dense but pure, with vibrant red and dark berry flavors, refreshing minerality and a suave toasty note. This is almost lavish in fruit expression, with a sweet floral pastille note on the long, silky finish. Compelling stuff, with the balance to age.