Martinelli - Chardonnay Russian River Valley Lolita Ranch 2020

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Martinelli Description

The Martinelli Family has been growing grapes and making wine in the Russian River Valley since the late 1880s. As 5th generation stewards of some of the finest vineyards in the region, they’re proud to continue this legacy of hands-on farming, bringing decades of experience to everything they do.

Their primary goal has always been hand-crafting quality wines that are born in their estate vineyards. All of their grapes are Estate grown, allowing us to use only their favorite blocks for each vineyard designated wine. They have a commitment to quality and have never offered for sale a wine that they felt did not live up to the reputation and expectations of its label. They also try to maintain a sense of consistency with each vintage, while still allowing the true nature of the vineyard to shine through. These wines are limited production and each vineyard is hand farmed very carefully, producing only the finest quality fruit.

Jeb Dunnuck: 94 Points

The 2020 Chardonnay Lolita Ranch pours a medium golden straw hue, and is lifted with fresh white flowers, ginger, lime, and ripe pear. Full-bodied, with tangy acidity and a light, pithy texture, its ripe orange, golden pineapple, and almond notes are followed by oak spices on the finish. Drink 2024-2030.

Wine Advocate: 94 Points

The 2020 Chardonnay Lolita Ranch has pretty scents of apricot, honey and almonds with touches of meringue, white pepper and jasmine. The light-bodied palate pairs a luxuriously creamy texture with focused acidity, boasts concentrated stone fruit flavors and has a long, mineral-driven finish. 227 cases were made.

Wine Spectator: 93 Points

This has terrific presence, with cardamom, nutmeg and vanilla bean accents that are aromatic, smooth and melt into a core of mango and dried apricot flavors, swinging back around to toast and spice notes on the finish. Reveals candied ginger, rooibos tea and honeysuckle notes that linger. Drink now. 226 cases made.