RADIO COTEAU La Neblina Pinot Noir - Sonoma Coast 2021 Bottle

Description

The 2021 Pinot Noir La Neblina captures the essence of Sonoma County's coastal influence, named after the Spanish word for "fog." This flagship Pinot Noir is crafted from a blend of three organically grown West County coastal sites on Goldridge soil, showcasing a complex profile. Scoring 93 points from James Suckling, it reveals ripe aromas of umami, slate, and wet earth, structured with medium-bodied finesse and a fresh, tension-filled finish. Vinous awards it 92 points, highlighting its plump and juicy character with flavors of red cherry, plum, leather, spice, and dried flowers. Floral and mineral accents enhance the finish, adding brightness to this beautifully balanced wine, making it an excellent choice for enjoyment from 2023 to 2031.

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RADIO COTEAU
Radio-Coteau is a boutique winery located in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County, California, founded in 2002 by Eric Sussman. The winery specializes in producing high-quality, small-lot wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region, focusing on cool-climate varietals such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah. Radio-Coteau sources its grapes from carefully selected vineyards, emphasizing sustainable and organic farming practices, including biodynamic methods. The wines are celebrated for their elegance, complexity, and balance, often showcasing vibrant fruit flavors and nuanced aromas. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and quality, Radio-Coteau has garnered recognition and acclaim within the wine community, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts seeking authentic expressions of Sonoma wines.

Spanish for “fog,” la neblina rolls in from the Pacific Ocean to blanket and cool the coastal Pinot Noir vineyards of western Sonoma County. This is our flagship Pinot Noir, always a cellar favorite, and is comprised of a complex array of three organically grown West County coastal sites on Goldridge soil.

JAMES SUCKLING 93 points
A ripe and attractive Sonoma Coast pinot that shows umami and slate undertones to the typical pinot and wet-earth aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied. I like the way it closes down at the finish and shows freshness and tension. Drink or hold.

VINOUS 92 points
Drinking Window 2023 - 2031
From: Sonoma’s Sensational 2021s (Aug 2023)
The 2021 Pinot Noir La Neblina is plump, juicy and ready to provide pleasure. Succulent red cherry, plum, leather, spice, dried flowers and mocha are front and center. Pretty floral and mineral accents lift the finish, adding palpable brightness. The Neblina is a blend from Alberigi, Dierke and the Estate. - By Antonio Galloni on June 2023