<H1>2006 Zio Tony Ranch - Russian River Valley Chardonnay -- Patz & Hall Shopping Cart</H1>
<I><br><b><font color="#960018">92 Points - Stephen Tanzer</b></font></I>
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Vineyard Character: This site on Frei Road, in the heart of Russian River Valley, is owned by the Martinelli family and is farmed by George Martinelli, the youngest in a distinguished family of Sonoma County viticultural masters. Our two adjacent parcels are planted to Dijon Chardonnay clones, on well-drained, low-vigor, Goldridge sandy loam soils. These iron-rich, reddish soils consistently produce fruit with great structure and acidity.<BR><BR>Tasting Notes: Reflecting the rich character of the small 2006 crop, this vintage of our ZIO TONY RANCH – Russian River Chardonnay has a silky, viscous texture that accentuates its sweet custard and caramelized sugar elements. Vibrant and fruity, this wine displays more lime, peach and lemon cream notes than in previous vintages, with a citrus oil emphasis that segues to a long, satisfying finish.<BR><BR>Winemaking: 100% Chardonnay fruit; Whole cluster pressed; Multi-yeast fermentations (wild & cultured); Sur lie aged with weekly stirring; 100% malo-lactic fermentation in barrel; 50% new Burgundian French oak barrels; Bottled without filtration</P>
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<LI>SKU: PHCH067Z
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