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  • Zio Tony Ranch Pinot Noir 2023

    2022 vintage
    95 Points
    J. Molesworth, Wine Spectator

    VINEYARD

    Zio Tony Ranch

    VINTAGE2023
    ABOUT THIS WINE

    The Zio Tony Ranch is named after Lee Sr.’s uncle Tony who was the first in the Bondi family to be born on American soil. Zio Tony, Zio meaning ‘uncle’ in Italian and pronounced ‘tseo’, was a very charismatic man with a big booming voice whom loved a good time. When Zio Tony passed away in 1971 his nephew, Lee Martinelli, Sr., took over management of the estate. The love of his family’s heritage land was too great for Lee to sell the property and in one short season he went from High School teacher to Apple Farmer.  Eventually this apple orchard was converted to vineyards, as the market for apples grew unbearably soft.  The vines are planted on rolling hills made up of Gold Ridge soil, with Clones consisting of 95, 76, and 548.

    GROWING YEAR INFO

    When we look back at the 2023 growing season there are two words that perfectly describe the vintage – late and big. After an exceptionally wet and cool winter, bud break happened over a month later than average. Our first day of picking was the day after the harvest completed the previous year. Fruit set was excellent and the temps during the summer were moderate to cool, with very few days in the triple digits. What a contrast from 2022! Mild temperatures along with abundantly available water allowed the clusters to develop slowly and evenly.

    VINEYARD DETAILS

    SPECIFICATIONS

    APPELLATIONRussian River Valley
    VARIETALS PLANTEDChardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah
    SOIL INFORMATIONGoldridge
    SOIL CHARACTERISTICSClay, Loam
    ROOTSTOCK420, 3309, 101-14
    CLONAL SELECTION(CH = 95, 548, 76) (PN = 115, 777, 828) (SY = 877, 470)
    YEAR ACQUIRED1959
    YEAR PLANTED2000, 2001, 2006
    Tasting Notes

    Profound aromas of black plum, blueberry compote, and balanced oak spice. The palate is rich, with flavors of Bing cherry and blueberry preserves, leading to a long, sweet barrel spice finish.

    WinemakerCourtney Robinett Wagoner
    Consulting WinemakerErin Green
    Cases Produced 600

    Winemaker’s Notes

    Lark Coryell

    November 19, 2023

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