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8.3
$48

Martinelli Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2015

Producer: Martinelli Winery
Region: Russian River Valley, USA
Pinot Noir

Vintage

2015

Critic Score

8.3/10

Vivino

4.5/5

Flavor Profile

BlackberryPlumCocoaLicoriceForest Floor

Reviews (1)

8.8
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Russian River Pinot transcends varietal expectations with Burgundian complexity.

Dark fruit intensity meets ethereal perfume. Blackberry compote mingles with wet earth, anise spice threading through. Cocoa dust coats the palate. Silky tannins frame concentrated plum core. Forest floor whispers emerge mid-palate. Licorice root finish extends endlessly. This 2015 drinks beautifully now but rewards patience. Twenty-year drinking window ahead. Martinelli delivers Pinot of uncommon depth and grace.

Blackberry compoteWet forest floorAnise spiceDark cocoa dustLicorice rootPlum concentrate

🍷 You want Pinot Noir that challenges preconceptions about California elegance versus power.

Pairs with: Duck breast with cherry gastrique, Mushroom risotto with truffle oil, Grilled salmon with herbs, Aged goat cheese

About the Producer

Martinelli Winery

Fifth-generation Sonoma family. Jackass Hill vineyard legend. Big, concentrated wines.

About the Region

Russian River Valley, USA

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