Dark magenta in color, rich and round impressions of ripe raspberry, hoisin sauce and crème de cassis are immediately apparent. With time, subtle notes of black pepper, pine needle, blueberry compote and anise emerge alongside floral components of magnolia, fresh rose petal and hibiscus. Boasting a decadent mouthfeel, coupled with nicely integrated tannins on the palate, the wine finishes with extraordinary power and finesse.
Situated amongst the beautiful rolling hills of Western Santa Ynez Valley, Melville is dedicated to producing exceptional cold-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah grown exclusively in their estate vineyards throughout the Sta. Rita Hills appellation. Founded in 1989, Melville is a family-owned and operated estate winery with its roots in Sonoma County's Knights Valley, where Ron Melville once farmed high-quality and greatly sought-after grapes. In 1996, Ron's desire to grow cold-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah brought Melville Vineyards to the Sta. Rita Hills, located in the Western Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County. When Ron Melville and his sons decided to develop the estate vineyards and winery in Lompoc, they recognized the importance of distinguishing this unique area within the valley. As such, the Melville family was heavily involved in the creation of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, which was granted in 2001. Today, Ron and his son, Chad Melville, uphold Me
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