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8.0
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Martinelli Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2020

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

Vintage

2020

Critic Score

8.0/10

Vivino

4.4/5

Flavor Profile

BlackberryPlumCocoaLicoriceForest Floor

Reviews (1)

8.0
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026

Dark, brooding Pinot with serious depth and Russian River elegance.

Deep garnet color signals intensity ahead. Blackberry and dark plum surge forward, backed by cocoa dust and sweet licorice notes. Forest floor earthiness weaves throughout, adding complexity without overwhelming the fruit. Silky tannins carry the wine gracefully across the palate. The finish lingers with spice and mineral notes. This 2020 vintage captures Russian River's cool-climate precision while delivering surprising power. Will develop beautifully over the next decade.

Dark blackberryCocoa dustSweet licoriceForest floor earthinessMineral spiceSilky tannins

๐Ÿท You want serious Pinot Noir that bridges Burgundian elegance with California fruit intensity.

Pairs with: Duck confit with cherry gastrique, Grilled lamb chops with rosemary, Wild mushroom risotto, Aged Gruyรจre and dark chocolate

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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