Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
Because of 70% stem inclusion you get a little forrest floor with blueberry - tannins are still persistent.
Because of 70% stem inclusion you get a little forrest floor with blueberry - tannins are still persistent.
Jun 27th, 2020A great finish of dark cherries with balanced tannins and descend grip.
A great finish of dark cherries with balanced tannins and descend grip.
Apr 3rd, 2020
14 drinking near peak of mature brightness and silky tannins - really balanced front to back...I really love Melville! I think it’s the most underrated winery in the US likely! Really expressive and nice pure fruit!
14 drinking near peak of mature brightness and silky tannins - really balanced front to back...I really love Melville! I think it’s the most underrated winery in the US likely! Really expressive and nice pure fruit!
Aug 17th, 2019
In 1989, Melville Vineyards, founded in Sonoma, where Ron Melville grew high quality, Chard, Merlot, and Cab Sauv. In 1996, Ron's desire to grow Pinot Noir brought Melville to Lompoc's Sta. Rita Hills, in Santa Barbara. Ruby, complex aromas of red fruits, spice and earthy notes. Palate shows cherry & plum with cola & tea notes, a bit of leather & spice. Ripe tannins, lingering ending with great mouthfeel and balanced with acidity. Will cellar well!
In 1989, Melville Vineyards, founded in Sonoma, where Ron Melville grew high quality, Chard, Merlot, and Cab Sauv. In 1996, Ron's desire to grow Pinot Noir brought Melville to Lompoc's Sta. Rita Hills, in Santa Barbara. Ruby, complex aromas of red fruits, spice and earthy notes. Palate shows cherry & plum with cola & tea notes, a bit of leather & spice. Ripe tannins, lingering ending with great mouthfeel and balanced with acidity. Will cellar well!
Jul 2nd, 2019
Ripe red fruit, earthy with herbal complexity and notable tannin structure; very likely significant stem inclusion. This has all the right pieces, but probably could have used another year in bottle to come together.
Ripe red fruit, earthy with herbal complexity and notable tannin structure; very likely significant stem inclusion. This has all the right pieces, but probably could have used another year in bottle to come together.
Feb 14th, 2018Block M has the same balance and small batch feel of Sandy's but bit broodier in a good way...love Melville and what they do. Best value wine in the region!
Block M has the same balance and small batch feel of Sandy's but bit broodier in a good way...love Melville and what they do. Best value wine in the region!
May 28th, 2017Wowed by intense focused fruit and balance. This M Block is stellar.
Wowed by intense focused fruit and balance. This M Block is stellar.
Jul 2nd, 2015
Wow!! I bought this weeks ago and never tried it. New they make Great Juice but: Robert Parker's New Advocate is out today, he gave it a 97Rating!! I had to run home after work 10:00pm, oh well the sacrifices you have to make! Beautifull nose with lots of Strawberries and other bright fruit. In mouth what a Great feeling. The perfect feel in the mouth and what a huge finish... A Knockout in my book. Shame that I only have 1 more to drink!! Tomorrow ? No Monday!!! Where will you be??? Melville 2012 Block M Pinot Noir!!!!! Charlie , Steph, Mike, and a touch for Karen....
Wow!! I bought this weeks ago and never tried it. New they make Great Juice but: Robert Parker's New Advocate is out today, he gave it a 97Rating!! I had to run home after work 10:00pm, oh well the sacrifices you have to make! Beautifull nose with lots of Strawberries and other bright fruit. In mouth what a Great feeling. The perfect feel in the mouth and what a huge finish... A Knockout in my book. Shame that I only have 1 more to drink!! Tomorrow ? No Monday!!! Where will you be??? Melville 2012 Block M Pinot Noir!!!!! Charlie , Steph, Mike, and a touch for Karen....
Aug 30th, 2014
Strawberry shortcake. Absolutely no mistaking this for Old World.
Strawberry shortcake. Absolutely no mistaking this for Old World.
Jun 28th, 2014
