Martinelli Vineyard, Laughlin Road
Chardonnay
Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast
Located in the Russian River Valley, the Laughlin Road vineyard is tended by Lee Martinelli, one of Sonoma’s most respected growers. The site benefits from a cool climate with foggy mornings that extend the growing season, and well-draining, river-influenced alluvial soils. This incredible terroir — combined with the 40 years of experience brought by chardonnay maestro David Ramey — results in an elegant, refined chardonnay.
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“Early on, people thought growing chardonnay in this cool a spot couldn’t be done. But the march to the coast continues and we’ve discovered that yes, not only can it be done, but the wines are extraordinary.”
— David Ramey
One of the classic “Dijon” clones from Burgundy, Dijon 76 tends to ripen early, especially in the Russian River Valley, and tends to yield wines with beautiful aromatics, lush texture, and incredible flavor intensity.