COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Radio-Coteau
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Savoy Andersson Chardonnay is a white wine produced by Radio-Coteau from the 2019 vintage. It is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Anderson Valley AVA, located in California, USA. Radio-Coteau is a winery founded by Eric Sussman, known for its commitment to biodynamic farming and a philosophy of minimal intervention winemaking. The name 'Radio-Coteau' reflects a dedication to community and tradition. This wine is distinctive for its origin in the cool-climate Anderson Valley, which contributes to its specific character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Radio-Coteau means 'word of mouth' or 'broadcasting from the hillside'.
Fact 02
The winery is Demeter Certified Biodynamic®.
Fact 03
Production numbers are very limited, often in the hundreds of bottles.
Fact 04
Winemaker Eric Sussman trained in Bordeaux and Burgundy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Radio-Coteau Savoy Andersson Chardonnay 2019 is produced using Chardonnay grapes. Key winemaking techniques include fermentation with wild yeast, aging in oak barrels, and the wine is typically unfined and unfiltered. Radio-Coteau emphasizes low-intervention practices, aligning with their biodynamic farming and Demeter certification. The winemaking approach aims to allow the character of the vineyard and the grapes to be expressed in the final wine.
