Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

Darker fruits; blackberries, dark cherries, stewed black plum and strawberries, raspberries on the long palate, cinnamon, touch of nutmeg, Asian spices, crushed dry rocks and a long smooth elegant finish. — 11 years ago

Matt Forester

9.1

2010 Martinelli Lolita Ranch Chardonnay. Lemony and somewhat understated with vanilla and oak, but not too much of either. — 12 years ago

John Kemper

9.4

I'm impressed with the staying power of the '99 Martinelli Pinot Noir 'Three Colts'. Still powerful with earthy aromas of dark fruit, minerals and tobacco. Slow developing sweet cherry liqueur flavors gradually fade to a pleasant, but dry finish. — 13 years ago

Brian Tuite

9.6

Best aged Zinfandel I have ever had. By a country mile. Wow! — 11 years ago

R David Fuhrman

9.1

Martinelli Road, get with it Delectable — 12 years ago

Jared Hamm

10

Hints of grape. Consistent. — 12 years ago

John Kemper

9.4

Amazingly, this '98 Martinelli Pinot Noir 'Martinelli Vineyard Reserve' as it warmed and aerated developed jammy flavors of raspberry and black cherry. Initially, on the nose no fruit was detectable, just tarry aromas of licorice, grilled meat and sage. I thought I may have cellared this one five years too long, but I do not remember this ever tasting any better. Well balanced with smooth and harmonious tannins. Sadly, my last bottle. — 13 years ago

Rollie Wright

Sales Wine Spectrum

9.2

Great bang for the buck — 11 years ago

Matt Austin

Owner/Winemaker, Grosgrain Vineyards, Walla Walla, WA

9.2

As soon as I poured it I knew that we were in for a treat. Probably the same color as when it was bottled. Mersault-like, which I'm not likely to say about Martinelli often. Perfect with a cheese plate lunch. — 11 years ago

Sue Mohle

9.5

Buttery vivid exotic fruits and tons of Martinelli apples! — 12 years ago