2015 Martinelli Syrah Vellutini Ranch
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The 2015 Syrah Vellutini Ranch is very deep purple-black colored with a slightly muted nose of Black Forest cake, blackberry pie and preserved plums with touches of sandalwood, aniseed, cracked black pepper and bay leaves. The full-bodied palate is just humongous with densely packed, concentrated black fruit and peppery flavors supported by firm, chewy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing with epic length. 64 cases were made.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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The 2015 Syrah Vellutini Ranch is the most overt of the Syrahs in the range. Torrefaction, mocha, leather and spice meld into a core of intense dark fruit in a racy, exuberant Syrah. The new oak needs time to integrate. Even so, the Vellutini has a lot to offer. As with all of these wines, the purity and intensity of the fruit is remarkable.
About the producer
Martinelli is a Sonoma benchmark for vineyard-designate bottlings—wines built to highlight how strongly a single site can shape Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and Zinfandel. Across the range, the focus stays consistent: small-production bottlings that feel distinctly tied to where they’re grown.