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Nearly one century later Giuseppe and Luisa’s grandson, Lee Martinelli Sr., followed in their footsteps by planting a Zinfandel vineyard. He grafted bud wood from the centurion vines onto low-vigor rootstocks and planted them one meter by two meters apart, equating to about 2,000 vines per acre, on a rocky knoll above the Martinelli Winery Tasting Room in Russian River Valley.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinery Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Martinelli Family has been growing grapes and making wine in the Russian River Valley since the late 1880s. As 5th generation stewards of some of the finest vineyards in the region, they’re proud to continue this legacy of hands-on farming, bringing decades of experience to everything they do.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTheir primary goal has always been hand-crafting quality wines that are born in their estate vineyards. All of their grapes are Estate grown, allowing us to use only their favorite blocks for each vineyard designated wine. They have a commitment to quality and have never offered for sale a wine that they felt did not live up to the reputation and expectations of its label. They also try to maintain a sense of consistency with each vintage, while still allowing the true nature of the vineyard to shine through. 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When sampling, one member of our panel exclaimed ‘I just LOVE this’! This gem reminds us of opulent favorites trading for $200+ per bottle. Complex flavors include hints of raspberry, plum, red currant, blueberry, and blackberry jam. Thanks to an awe-inspiring texture and integration of flavors, this relative bargain may be enjoyed tonight (decant ½ hour) and merits a 97 rating now through the balance of this decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95pts James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery structured, with firm tannins and a feeling of tension that supports the ample dark fruit flavors. Dusky, spicy oak aromas with macerated cherries, blackcurrants and red cherries on the palate. Sourced from the eastern side of Oakville. Full-bodied. 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A blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Cabernet Franc, it delivers perfumed, ripe blue fruits, violets, sappy herbs, and a touch of leather in its medium to full-bodied, forward, juicy, front end-loaded style. It's going to keep for 8-10 years, but there's no need to hold off. Drink: 2025-2035. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready bottled at the time I tasted it in February, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville is a blend of two sites this year. Mixed red and black cherries are accented by hints of cedar and mint on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is slightly open-knit. Approachable and easy-to-drink, it's a fine introduction to the Tor lineup. 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This intriguing nose is followed by dense and savory flavors of black currant and blackberry with touches of cocoa, black pepper, and dried plum lingering on this complex palate. Firm, dusty, and lush tannins are accented by hints of oak and balanced acidity on the finish. As is typical of Champoux Vineyard, this is a very elegant, yet intense Cabernet Sauvignon that will cellar for many years. 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Powerful and full-bodied with a lingering acidity and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94pts Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another terrific expression from Dievole and my favorite wine in this group. The organic 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Novecento shows an extra layer of complexity and depth compared to the entry-level wine, as expected. This wine speaks to the quality of the vintage and the fruit by offering wild berry, bramble, blue flower and sweet earth. The Novecento is more minerally in personality, and you feel snappy acidity on the close. The vineyard is planted on clay and marl limestone that promotes freshness. This release of 60,000 bottles is 95% Sangiovese, 3% Canaiolo and 2% Colorino. It ferments in cement and ages in foudre for 18 months. 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