2022 | Martinelli Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay | Russian River Valley Chateau Joanin Becot 29% meunier

29% meunier

This finishes long and saturating

this is the one that I’d leave to sleep for a few years but with great confidence – it’s a lovely wine

more Mediterranean and really what it is

but a lovely streak of acid balances the finish nicely

2022 | Martinelli Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay | Russian River Valley Chateau Joanin Becot 29% meunierThe 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.