Williams Selyem 2019 Savoy Pinot Noir – 96pt Wine Advocate Rated

Experience the acclaimed elegance of Williams Selyem’s 2019 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir, a crown jewel from California’s cool-climate Anderson Valley in Mendocino. This exceptional vintage has garnered stellar praise from top critics, reflecting its remarkable depth and age-worthy character.

Unlock layers of sophisticated aromas: vibrant red currant, dried cranberry, and ripe black cherry mingle with distinctive notes of iron, wild herbs (garrigue), toasted baguette spice, and a subtle saline minerality. On the palate, discover a beautifully balanced wine where concentrated red and dark fruit flavors unfold gracefully. Silky tannins provide structure without harshness, leading to a remarkably long, fragrant finish dusted with spice. This Pinot Noir masterfully combines the vintage’s inherent elegance with the signature power and coniferous undertones unique to Anderson Valley wines.

Critics consistently celebrate its brilliance:
* Wine Advocate (96 pts): Praises its “powdery, seamlessly fresh” nature and “layer after layer of fragrant fruit.”
* Wine Enthusiast (95 pts / Cellar Selection): Highlights “vivid, focused red- and black-cherry flavors” and vibrant body.
* Burghound (92 pts / Outstanding): Notes its “appealing coolness,” “lovely texture,” and significant aging potential.

Enjoy its vibrant complexity now for immediate pleasure or cellar this collectible California Pinot Noir optimally until at least 2025+ for further development into an even more profound experience. At 13.8% alcohol, it offers superb balance. Discover why this sought-after Savoy Vineyard expression is a benchmark for Anderson Valley Pinot Noir – perfect for special occasions or adding distinction to any connoisseur’s collection.