# Savoy Andersson Chardonnay (2019)

- **Producer:** Radio-Coteau
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €55
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 10–13 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, apple, peach, vanilla, butter, cloves

## 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.

## Interesting facts

- Radio-Coteau means 'word of mouth' or 'broadcasting from the hillside'.
- The winery is Demeter Certified Biodynamic®.
- Production numbers are very limited, often in the hundreds of bottles.
- Winemaker Eric Sussman trained in Bordeaux and Burgundy.

## Food pairing

The wine's balanced acidity cuts through the richness of creamy sauces and fatty proteins, while its body complements dishes with substantial textures. Subtle oak notes can harmonize with roasted elements and herbs.

## 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.