Exposed to the rigors of the foggy Sonoma coastline, this sixth-generation family-owned ranch resides on a bluff above Bodega, a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. Demeter certified biodynamic and farmed by the Benzigers, this vineyard produced more fruit for us this year. The distinctive nature of this wine may be derived from its vineyard’s proximity to the Petaluma Gap, the major fog thoroughfare into Western Sonoma County.

Effusively aromatic and idiosyncratic, with iris, rosemary, mulberry, black cherry, roasted nut, allspice, toffee and river rock aromas. The lush midpalate, full of dark chocolate and black cherries, is subtly tempered by a graphite minerality. Berry and cherry fruits highlight the espresso and black pepper-laced finish. We recommend at least six months in the bottle before consumption, and expect the wine to continue improving until at least 2012.

190 cases produced. $50 per bottle.
RELEASE DATE: March 17, 2008

THE WINE ADVOCATE #174, December 2007
(88-90) points
“The 2006 Pinot Noir Terra Neuma exhibited austerity and leanness on the day I tasted it. The wine has a good dark ruby color, some harder tannins, and may just need time to flesh out and exhibit more character.” — Robert Parker

INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR #138, May/June 2008
93 points
“Bright ruby. Strongly aromatic bouquet offers fresh red berries, cherry, yellow rose and Asian spices. Taut, sharply focused strawberry and raspberry flavors combine energy with depth, gaining sweetness with air. Cool and finely balanced, with wonderful clarity and finishing minerality. This is really elegant.” — Josh Raynolds

BURGHOUND, Issue 32
88 points
“Lush and notably ripe red pinot fruit that offers up a hint of menthol and leads to rich, sweet and round medium weight flavors underpinned by moderately firm tannins and a touch of finishing warmth.” — Allen Meadows

Radio-Coteau wines may only be shipped winery direct to the following states: AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY. If we do not ship to your state, we apologize for the inconvenience. Please provide us with an alternate shipping address or call the winery for further assistance at (707) 823-2578.

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