2005 Roessler Cellars Savoy Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., 250 cases, $45. Richard Savoy farms one of Anderson Valley’s premier Pinot Noir vineyards located just west of the town of Philo. Seven clones are included in this wine. · Deep ruby color of great intensity. With air and coaxing, very nice ripe dark fruits emerge with some earthy and oaky notes. Substantial fruit core showy of black cherry and black raspberry with a hint of wild strawberry. Earthy, even tasting of soil-dusted fruit. Flirty tannins and plush in texture. More dirt-driven than the 2004 Savoy which I was ga-ga for, but equally appealing in its own way. Reviewed March 17, 2008

Winery: Roger Roessler Wines
From article: Open Your Wallet for Pinot Pleasure