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2019 Melville Sandy's Block Pinot Noir, 3.0ltr

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December 24, 2023 - $190

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RATINGS

97Wine Enthusiast

This wine starts with aromas of pine needle and tarragon, with joyous bowlfuls of ripe yet snappy raspberry and cherry chiming in. Herbal elegance shines throughout the sip, giving eucalyptus-like depth to the juicy red-fruit flavors.

95The Wine Advocate

...pretty scents of blood orange and raspberry jam with wafts of dried flowers, tea leaves and Angostura bitters. The medium-bodied palate is soft and grainy, with juicy acidity that highlights loads of sweet berry fruits. It finishes long and layered.

94Jeb Dunnuck

...standout, offering ample red and black fruits supported by lots of loamy soil, dried flowers, and spice. Incredibly complete, with medium body, a layered, elegant texture, ripe tannins, and fabulous charm.

92Vinous / IWC

Sweet red cherry fruit, mint, spice and rose petal open with a bit of time, accompanied by bright saline notes that perk up the finish.

PRODUCER

Melville

Melville Vineyards is in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of California’s Central Coast. It was established in 1996 when Ron Melville, a businessman, developed 82 acres of vineyards in Lompoc, in the western Santa Ynez Valley. He later purchased more land in Santa Barbara County. The winemaker is Greg Brewer, who is also co-owner of Brewer-Clifton winery. The estate has 139 acres of vineyard planted to Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Viognier.

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Santa Rita Hills

Santa Rita Hills AVA in northern Santa Barbara County was granted appellation status in 2001. Located between the towns of Lompoc and Buellton, it has a total area of 30,720 acres with 2,700 vineyard acres. The area is considered a cool climate for vineyards, so vineyards are most often planted with the cool-weather grapes Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The hills in the western part of this appellation are directly exposed to the Pacific Ocean, meaning that maritime winds and fog make the western edge of the Santa Rita Hills AVA particularly cool. The Sanford & Benedict Vineyard planted in 1971 was the first vineyard in the district and is still considered one of the best.

TYPE

Red Wine, Pinot Noir

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.