- 100% Pinot Noir
- Lolita Ranch Vineyard, Russian River Valley
- Planted in 2001
- Soils: Josephine’s with lots of Franciscan shale
- Clones: 777, 667 on rootstocks 101-14, 3309, and 420A
- Fermented in 100% neutral French oak
- Aged for 10 months in 50% new French oak
- 256 cases produced
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Russian River Valley
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-MTN-42-22 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2024-07-10
"Stylish and high-toned, with pretty notes of cherry, damson plum and raspberry coulis that unfurl over a lacy structure, backed by a full-length drape of potpourri on the perfumed and mineral-tinged finish. Shows ample fruit and a sense of polish through the finish. Drink now through 2034. —J.M."
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
93
Date
2024-06-28
"All the Pinot Noir produced from Martinelli is entirely destemmed. A bright medium red hue, the 2022 Pinot Noir Lolita Ranch is expressive and lifted in the glass with aromas of fresh raspberries, wild strawberries, rosy perfume, and dusty earth. Medium-bodied, it retains fantastic freshness and even, refreshing acidity, with a clean finish and fine tannins. It has an open window for enjoyment over the next 6-7 years."
Wine Advocate
Score
93
Date
2024-10-10
"The 2022 Pinot Noir Lolita Ranch has pure aromas of raspberry and strawberry preserves, cinnamon stick, black tea leaves and earth. The light-bodied palate is soft and juicy with detailed, floral flavors and a long finish. 257 cases produced."
Vinous
Score
91
Date
2024-01-01
"The 2022 Zinfandel Lolita Ranch is a classic Martinelli Zinfandel. Crushed flowers, spice, sweet red cherry fruit, cedar and new leather are nicely lifted in this mid-weight, racy Zinfandel from the Martinelli family. The 2022 is soft, open-knit and ready to go."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2023
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2025-08-07
"The 2023 Pinot Noir Lolita Ranch features vibrant aromas of raspberry, strawberry, rose petal, tea leaves, tangerine peel and bitters. The medium-bodied palate is expressive and spicy with crunchy, detailed flavors and well-integrated new oak spice. It's framed by silky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, ethereal finish. 331 cases were made. It will be released in August 2025."
2023
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2025-08-31
"Lush and forward, with mulled cherry, raspberry and plum notes infused with touches of blood orange and red tea. Offers an apple wood frame on the finish, with a red licorice detail echoing. Drink now through 2036. 188 cases made."