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Score 95/100 · Drink 2021-2028, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2019

The 2016 Chardonnay Martinelli Road is fascinating to taste next to the Lolita Ranch as it is quite a bit more lifted and citrus-driven in profile. Lemon confit, white flowers, mint and chalk add an attractive aromatic upper register to this super-expressive Chardonnay from Martinelli. I very much like the sense of energy here. (Drink between 2021-2028)

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94
94/100

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95
95/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

93
93/100

Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate

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93 points
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
Score 93/100 · Drink 2020-2029, Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate, Apr 2019

Scented of poached pears, baker's yeast, stone and spring blossoms, the 2016 Chardonnay Martinelli Road is medium-bodied and creamy textured with a good core of fruit and uplifting freshness, finishing long and savory. 195 cases produced.

About the producer

martinelli
Martinelli

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.

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White

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