Melka

La Mekerra Vineyard White Blend

9.583 ratings
9.529 pro ratings
Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Shay A
9.4

This was served during my annual WWC hosting. Typical format of sparkler, three whites, four reds, one dessert, all served blind.

Decanted an hour. Acquired during a visit to Melka a few years back. Last bottle of a 3-pack, and poured next to a 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc. 100%SB and 100% barrel fermented. This was the SB that opened my eyes to how good SB could be 5-6yrs ago. The tropical aromatics (pineapple, lots of guava, white peach) alongside such a rich yet balanced palate (glycerin like, oak only noticeable in texture, not taste). Lemon cream with a puckering finish.

As an aside, I know these “super SauvBlancs” have become popular. Melka must be at the forefront thanks to involvement in V29, DANA, Lail, Melka, ADAMVS, and countless others from the Atelier Melka team.

This was served during my annual WWC hosting. Typical format of sparkler, three whites, four reds, one dessert, all served blind.

Decanted an hour. Acquired during a visit to Melka a few years back. Last bottle of a 3-pack, and poured next to a 2016 Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc. 100%SB and 100% barrel fermented. This was the SB that opened my eyes to how good SB could be 5-6yrs ago. The tropical aromatics (pineapple, lots of guava, white peach) alongside such a rich yet balanced palate (glycerin like, oak only noticeable in texture, not taste). Lemon cream with a puckering finish.

As an aside, I know these “super SauvBlancs” have become popular. Melka must be at the forefront thanks to involvement in V29, DANA, Lail, Melka, ADAMVS, and countless others from the Atelier Melka team.

Jul 31st, 2023
David L

Soooo much better then even a few years ago. Can’t explain it🤷🏻‍♂️

Soooo much better then even a few years ago. Can’t explain it🤷🏻‍♂️

Aug 20th, 2021
Mike R
9.4

Damn this was good @David L

Damn this was good @David L

Jul 19th, 2021
David L

Peach all day. One of if not my favorite SB coming out of California. My goodness this is a must in your cellar.

Peach all day. One of if not my favorite SB coming out of California. My goodness this is a must in your cellar.

Jun 12th, 2021
Mike R
9.5

Incredible wine - just one of my favorites sauv Blanc

Incredible wine - just one of my favorites sauv Blanc

Oct 15th, 2020
Shawn R

One of the best showing of this wine to date. 15 drinking fantastic. Glycerin mouthfeel with Papaya, smoke coconut, pineapple and cream. Finish sails for 30+sec.

One of the best showing of this wine to date. 15 drinking fantastic. Glycerin mouthfeel with Papaya, smoke coconut, pineapple and cream. Finish sails for 30+sec.

Jul 13th, 2020
Mike R
9.5

Wine Nerd Herd Wednesday afternoon tune up drinking

Wine Nerd Herd Wednesday afternoon tune up drinking

May 26th, 2019
Mike R
9.4

Needs time to breathe but once open the wine was really stunning

Needs time to breathe but once open the wine was really stunning

Apr 25th, 2019
David L

14’ Drink window is now. At- Viceroy Santa Monica, CA

14’ Drink window is now. At- Viceroy Santa Monica, CA

Jan 19th, 2019
Bill Bender

Lively babbling brook, fresh air, nectarine, lychee. So good. I could sip this under the Carolina blue skies all day. Thank you @Shawn R @David L

Lively babbling brook, fresh air, nectarine, lychee. So good. I could sip this under the Carolina blue skies all day. Thank you @Shawn R @David L

Nov 11th, 2017