2022 Martinelli ‘Zio Tony Ranch’ Chardonnay

Estate Notes: The nose reveals an unexpected sweetness, with enticing aromas of candied lemon peel, powdered sugar, and delicate caramel. On the palate, it enters with a rich, full-bodied texture, offering luscious flavors of lemon oil and velvety vanilla cream. The finish is long and indulgent, beautifully rounded by the delightful essence of lemon meringue pie.
100% Chardonnay • Russian River Valley AVA • Named for Tony Bondi (Lee Martinelli Sr’s uncle) • Goldridge (clay-loam) soils • Planted in 2000, 2003, 2006 • Native yeast fermentation in 100% neutral French oak and on the lees with daily battonage • 100% malolactic fermentation • Aged in 60% new French oak for 10 months