2003 Martinelli Chardonnay Martinelli Road
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(from Dijon Clone 95, planted in the early '90s at the foot of Jackass Hill; aged in all new oak) Leesy aromas of pear and apple. Broad on entry, then ripe, lush and deep in the middle palate, with concentrated flavors of grapefruit, pineapple and minerals and a steeliness that contributes to the wine's life in the mouth. Very persistent, mounting finish.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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A stunning 2003 Chardonnay that had just been bottled is the 2003 Chardonnay Martinelli Road Vineyard. Orange rind, apple crisp, and honeyed citrus all jump from the glass of this wine. In the mouth, more tropical fruit comes forward in terms of oranges, pineapples, and almost guava-like notes. This full-bodied, rich wine is intense, as the low yields of this year for the Martinelli Vineyards are reflected in the extra level of concentration. Tel. (707) 525-0570; Fax (707) 525-9463
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Martinelli is a Sonoma benchmark for vineyard-designate bottlings—wines built to highlight how strongly a single site can shape Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Zinfandel. Across the range, the focus stays consistent: small-production bottlings that feel distinctly tied to where they’re grown.