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Littorai Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017

With a name that means ‘coast’ in Latin, Littorai is a Chardonnay and Pinot Noir specialist located in the western hills of Anderson Valley. Their position nets all the benefits of being coastal in one of the coolest parts of the region, ideal for founders Ted and Heidi Lemon’s cult Burgundian style. The Savoy plot is the well-regarded ‘toe’ of the slope, planted with a complex variety of Dijon and Pommard clones since 1991. Expect floral red berry character and baking spices in a structured yet supple Pinot, which spent 16 months in 25% new French oak. $123 from artisan-cellars.com