Martinelli Winery

Pinot Noir 'Blue Slide'

Pinot Noir 'Blue Slide'

Pinot Noir Blue Slide Martinelli
  • 100% Pinot Noir • Blue Slide Ridge Vineyard (Fort Ross-Seaview AVA) • Acquired in 1994, planted in 1995 • Vineyard is Josephine and Goldridge soils (Well drained clay loams) and planted to clones 115, 667, 777 and X • Native yeast fermentation • Fermented in 100% neutral French oak with full malolactic fermentation, on the lees with daily battonage • Aged in 50% new French oak for 10 months • 292 cases produced

Info

Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
California
Appellation:
West Sonoma Coast
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Sustainable

Sizes Available

Full Bottle US-MTN-46-22 12/750ml

Press & Reviews

Jeb Dunnuck
Score
95
Date
2024-06-28
"Bright ruby red hue with a light youthful haze, the 2022 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge reveals a spicy aromatic profile with lovely fresh lift, delivering beautifully layered aromas of toasted spices, grenadine, violets, and fresh forest earth. Named for the blue clay in the vineyard, it's an approachable red with ripe tannins and a lovely, graceful feel on the palate. Drink 2024-2037."
Wine Advocate
Score
93
Date
2024-10-10
"The 2022 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge has inviting aromas of pomegranate, red cherry, orange peel, violet and tea leaves. The light-bodied palate is silky and mouthwatering with concentrated layers of fruit and spice and a long, nuanced finish. 293 cases were made."