- 100% Pinot Noir
- Zio Tony Ranch Vineyard, Russian River Valley
- Vineyard is named after Lee Sr.’s uncle Tony who was the first in the Bondi Family to be born in America (Zio means uncle in Italian)
- Goldridge and Clay-loam soils
- Dijon clones 115, 777, 828
- Fermented in 100% neutral French oak
- 100% Malolactic fermentation
- Aged for 10 months in 50% new French oak
- 512 cases produced
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
Russian River Valley
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-MTN-44-22 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
95
Date
2024-06-28
"A pure ruby color, the 2022 Pinot Noir Zio Tony Ranch is spicy and lifted on the nose with notes of ripe red cherries, lifted bright spices, a hint of white pepper, and wild fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, it displays a more linear approach through the palate, with a lovely level of refinement, fine tannins, a mouthwatering feel, and bright perfume on the finish. It's long on the palate and will have a good deal of longevity. Drink 2026-2040."
Wine Spectator
Score
95
Date
2024-06-12
"Rich but restrained, this red is impressive, offering a core of mulled raspberry and cherry fruit infused liberally with a rooibos tea accent. A well-imbedded mineral spine provides an impressive counterpoint to the fruit on the finish. Drink now through 2037. —J.M."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2023
Wine Advocate
Score
96
Date
2025-08-07
"The 2023 Pinot Noir Zio Tony Ranch opens slowly on the nose, transitioning from expressive raspberry jam and wild cherry to pure nuances of mossy bark, rose petal, licorice and hibiscus. The medium-bodied palate is bursting with concentrated, fragrant red fruit. It's structured by soft, dusty tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, ethereal finish. 725 cases were made."
2023
Wine Spectator
Score
95
Date
2025-06-16
"Steeped and winey, with a big ball of kirsch holding sway, along with flashes of bitter plum and licorice snap. The fruit won't quit either, even gaining energy as it tumbles through the finish, with violet and apple wood notes that add range. Polished and seductive in feel overall. Drink now through 2038. 725 cases made."
2019
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2021-01-01
2019
Wine Advocate
Score
95+
Date
2021-02-04