RieslingSonoma Coast Estate Riesling
2026 SPRING RELEASE
Vineyard Profile
Those who have enjoyed our organically and biodynamically grown wines over the last decade may recall the lineup once included a Riesling hailing from a coastal Sonoma site. Historically, Riesling and Pinot Noir have shown to be quite compatible neighbors, sharing an affinity for cooler microclimates and well-drained sandy soils. Thus, as Pinot Noir thrives in the cool clime and balanced Goldridge soil of the Estate, Riesling was a natural addition to the unique tapestry of the vineyard. Rarely grown so close to the California coast, this distinctive, biodynamically grown varietal is proudly nurtured from vine to bottle by the team at Radio-Coteau. Harvested from a single acre, the 2024 marks our first vintage of Estate Riesling aged for 12 months in concrete egg. After previously exploring oak and stainless, élevage in concrete egg has proven an ideal match for the Riesling, gently rounding its edges while maintaining its signature high floral tones.
Tasting Notes
The 2024 Estate Riesling features lively aromas of fresh Eureka lemon and floral lemon verbena, accented by white peach and the bright snap of finger limes. The palate is rounded upon entry, then sharpened mid-stream by focused acidity, adding verve and momentum. A delicately chalky mineral edge frames the fruit, carrying through to a memorable finish that remains crisp while showcasing its polished contours.
Cellar Notes
- Grower:
Radio-Coteau - Appellation:
Sonoma Coast - Geographic Location:
Occidental - Varietal:
Riesling - Selection:
Geisenheim 198 - Vineyard Age:
Planted in 2016 - Soil Type:
Goldridge - Harvest Date:
September 11th - Unfined
& Unfiltered - Growing Season
2024
Wine Reviews
“The 2024 Riesling Estate is a pretty powerful wine in this vintage. Lemon confit, marzipan, white flowers and apple tones are front and center. This is an especially rich, deep vintage for the Radio-Coteau Riesling. Readers will find savory, phenolic Riesling that’s long on character. All this fruit is from a one-acre parcel on the Radio-Coteau estate planted with cuttings taken from Platt.”
–Antonio Galloni