2013 FEL Savoy Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

14.4% alc., 605 cases, $70. A blend of clones including several Dijon and Pommard clones along with Martini and Calera selections. Harvest Brix averaged 24.2º. 7-day cold soak, a 9-day uninoculated primary fermentation and a 7 to 14-day extended maceration. The was aged 15 months in 100% French oak barrels, 59% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Shy, but pleasant aromas of black cherry and black raspberry fruit with savory notes of herbs and tea leave. More expressive on the palate with a charge of well-spiced dark red and black fruits that alert the senses and expand to a mouth coating presence. The intense fruit soaks up the high percentage of new oak nicely. Still young and tight, needing time to ameliorate the tannins, but the future looks bright. Score: 91-92. Reviewed November 5, 2015

Winery: FEL Wines
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