Upon initial opening the barrel flavors were very strong, but after just a few minutes (maybe 10) it had mellowed and revealed the wine that I remember this being when I bought it 6 years ago. Full bodied for a pinot with lots of fruit flavor and balanced by just enough earthiness. Paired excellently with our salmon.
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These wines are just not my style any more. There were no flaws in the fruit but the heat on this wine just made it totally unfun to drink. High octane pinots aren't my thing and have gone by the wayside with high octane Aussie shiraz for me.
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See prior note - this bottle put on some weight from prior tasting. More spice on the nose than last bottle. Palate of ripe red fruits, earth, raspberry, strawberry cola. Last bottle, too bad, i think this will add complexity in next few years.
Martinelli is a classic, reliable producer from this region
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Martinelli pinots have quickly established themselves as favorites of mine due to the outstanding finish and heavier weight versus a more Burgundian example. The Lolita Ranch seems to lean slightly (and I mean slightly) more towards burgundy versus Moonshine or similar. A great bottle of wine that is drinking great right now, but seems like another year or two could put it over the top.
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Decanted 2 hours prior to tasting. Nose of red fruits and earth, but then the Burgundian is no more. Forward raspberry/cherry fruit, viscous, mouthcoating, with leather and even tar emerging at the finish held together by excellent structure. A forceful California pinot that I found to be delicious.
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From a 375. Overripe, sweet, sense of thickness. Could use more acid. The anti-Burgundy. But I'm ignorant about such a wine; will it get better with age or just fall apart?
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Earthy nose, predominantly shiitake with some dark fruits. Viscous mouthfeel. Rich taste profile with cherry on the front, finishing with strong mocha and a touch of leather.
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Pinot night at Wave 2700 Muted nose. Smooth, round creamy mid palate. Blackberry and some bright red cherry. Not overly sweet but some brown sugar on finish
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(3) Drank at cabin with Bob & Dennis for Monica’s 40th birthday. Much like at the tasting room Monica liked this better than I did, although I didn’t think it was bad. Bob & Dennis loved it too.
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(3) Tasted at winery. Monica liked this far more than I did. More California-styled than Burgundy. I didn’t think this showed nearly as much as the Bondi Home Ranch, but perhaps it just needs a little more time.
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4/2/2018 - Jnkienlen Does not like this wine:
Seemed past time.
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1/9/2016 - tktul wrote: 95 Points
Upon initial opening the barrel flavors were very strong, but after just a few minutes (maybe 10) it had mellowed and revealed the wine that I remember this being when I bought it 6 years ago. Full bodied for a pinot with lots of fruit flavor and balanced by just enough earthiness. Paired excellently with our salmon.
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11/4/2013 - gmat5497 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Excellent as usual. Full bodied.
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10/13/2013 - gmat5497 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Full bodied and well balanced
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9/29/2013 - gmat5497 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Very nice. Robust for a pinot but well put together
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4/10/2013 - rdsboca wrote: 85 Points
These wines are just not my style any more. There were no flaws in the fruit but the heat on this wine just made it totally unfun to drink. High octane pinots aren't my thing and have gone by the wayside with high octane Aussie shiraz for me.
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4/5/2013 - gmat5497 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Very fruit forward. Excellent as usual
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3/29/2013 - walkerjfw wrote: 92 Points
See prior note - this bottle put on some weight from prior tasting. More spice on the nose than last bottle. Palate of ripe red fruits, earth, raspberry, strawberry cola. Last bottle, too bad, i think this will add complexity in next few years.
Martinelli is a classic, reliable producer from this region
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12/31/2012 - bemeyer wrote: 91 Points
Nice berries with classic Martinelli finish. Should continue to invlove ove rht enext year or so
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12/28/2012 - mrmedoes Likes this wine: 93 Points
Martinelli pinots have quickly established themselves as favorites of mine due to the outstanding finish and heavier weight versus a more Burgundian example. The Lolita Ranch seems to lean slightly (and I mean slightly) more towards burgundy versus Moonshine or similar. A great bottle of wine that is drinking great right now, but seems like another year or two could put it over the top.
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11/26/2012 - jeagle wrote: 93 Points
Decanted 2 hours prior to tasting. Nose of red fruits and earth, but then the Burgundian is no more. Forward raspberry/cherry fruit, viscous, mouthcoating, with leather and even tar emerging at the finish held together by excellent structure. A forceful California pinot that I found to be delicious.
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11/18/2012 - gjv115 wrote:
A good wine. very good. needed time to open. I think it has lots of life left.
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9/27/2012 - cweiss wrote:
Stewed tomatoes. Disgusting. I hated the style of the 5/3/12 but I think this one must have been somehow impaired.
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5/3/2012 - cweiss wrote:
From a 375. Overripe, sweet, sense of thickness. Could use more acid. The anti-Burgundy. But I'm ignorant about such a wine; will it get better with age or just fall apart?
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4/8/2012 - Fishboy wrote: 88 Points
Very good pinot.
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4/7/2012 - walkerjfw wrote: 89 Points
A little hot when first opened, softens up after about an hour. Bright red cherry, earthy finish classic Martinellli, California-style Pinot.
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12/11/2011 - Scharin wrote: 92 Points
Earthy nose, predominantly shiitake with some dark fruits. Viscous mouthfeel. Rich taste profile with cherry on the front, finishing with strong mocha and a touch of leather.
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6/2/2011 - rdsboca wrote: 91 Points
Pinot night at Wave 2700
Muted nose. Smooth, round creamy mid palate. Blackberry and some bright red cherry. Not overly sweet but some brown sugar on finish
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1/8/2011 - shaferguy91 wrote: 92 Points
Decanted 1 hour.
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11/13/2010 - beezer6 wrote: 91 Points
Pinot Days 2010 (Navy Pier - Chicago, IL): Big and jammy. Fruit driven. Big and rich. Delicious.
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10/16/2010 - AZ Cat wrote:
(3) Drank at cabin with Bob & Dennis for Monica’s 40th birthday. Much like at the tasting room Monica liked this better than I did, although I didn’t think it was bad. Bob & Dennis loved it too.
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7/25/2010 - AZ Cat wrote:
(3) Tasted at winery. Monica liked this far more than I did. More California-styled than Burgundy. I didn’t think this showed nearly as much as the Bondi Home Ranch, but perhaps it just needs a little more time.
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7/3/2010 - SJ05 Likes this wine: 88 Points
Drank a 2006 and 2007. The 2006 was much smoother, with a longer finish, the 2007 was more sharp, not near as good.
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5/25/2010 - twoamps wrote: 93 Points
Really nice, typical martinelli pinot. cherry fruit but not veering into cherry cola territory. Nice backbone and some depth. Really good.
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2/2/2010 - gmat5497 wrote: 91 Points
Typical Martinelli. Full of fruit, balanced, bold. Loved it.
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12/21/2009 - gmat5497 wrote: 92 Points
Always great
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10/6/2009 - ScottGoodwin wrote:
Chocolatey cocoa. Cherry. Decadent. Very plush.
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