2016 Radio-Coteau Syrah Sonoma Coast Harrison Grade

In the summer of 2012, Radio-Coteau acquired a historic 42-hectare Estate Vineyard and ranch on a hillside above the town of Occidental. Originally called the Lemorel Winery (as it later became known) by Joseph Morelli & Sons before Prohibition, it dates back to 1892, when the first vines were planted. Situated at an altitude of 800 meters, the estate boasts a highly diverse agro-ecosystem built on the prized Goldridge soil. They still retain their heritage Syrah Zinfandel, and recently replanted the existing acreage with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. This winery is already among the very best in California - Mendocino.

Harrison Grade is estate-grown, 800 feet above sea level on a mountain ridge above Occidental. The grapes are organically grown, hand-harvested, fermented traditionally, and bottled in-house. During fermentation, approximately 45% of the grapes are kept as whole clusters, creating ample structure and cellaring potential. This Syrah is a dark ruby red in the glass, with a blue rim. The concentrated color matches the wine's robust nose. This unfiltered wine is a unique cool-climate Syrah. It's incredibly elegant, and it's no wonder it consistently scores highly.