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2006 Martellotto Demetria Vineyard GSM 750ml

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This is a true Rhone blend of six grapes from a biodynamically farmed vineyard north of Los Olivos. Frequently in Cote Rotie, vignerons will coferment white grapes with red wine grapes to raise the acidity and aromas. This wine has touches of Viognier, Marsanne, and Rousanne that created an intoxicatingly floral nose of lavender, rose, and peach blossom. Yet, the wine is boldly layered with an enticing layers of spice, smoke, and umami. The Grenache adds texture and body, the Syrah delivers red fruit and velvet, while the Mouvedre delivers lingering soft tannins and a lip-smacking finish. In the European tradition, blends are better, and California wines do achieve elegant intrique.

Only 200 cases made.

Alla Salute!

The story of Martellotto Wines began in a 17th century trullo, an iconic house in Alberobello (the place of pretty trees) in southern Italy. Uniquely constructed without mortar, topped with slate roofs, and recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, the trullo is the recessed image in the 2006 vintage front labels. Greg Martellotto’s family has been making wine for generations, and his grandfather brought traditional winemaking practices to the U.S. when he immigrated to Ellis Island in 1909. Greg’s unique skill set includes: winemaking experience in California, Italy and Mexico, launching several wine brands, building a successful import/distribution company and developing long-term relationships with growers, winery owners, and clients. Greg’s intention is to make remarkable wines of consequence, consistency, value, and varietal expression. A vineyard first philosophy focuses efforts on farming (including biodynamic and sustainable agriculture) with gentle handling in the winery and minimal intervention. Martellotto wines are allocated, vineyard designated wines that are our pleasure to share.

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