The flavors are tart and transparent, the wine energetic and savory. It smells like a spice box, clove, bergamot and violet scents girding dark strawberry fruit. (Aug 2020)"ĩ3 points Wine & Spirits: "From a sandy site planted to four clones, this is macerated for 30 days, with half the fruit in whole bunches, then aged in neutral barrels. The Sandy's (named after Ron Melville's sister) also happens to be planted on pure sand, which, along with the whole clusters, really brings out the wine's aromatics. Sweet red cherry, mint, dried rose petal and a good bit of whole cluster savoriness all give this silky, delicate Pinot so much character and stylishness.
(Oct 2020)"ĩ3 points Antonio Galloni ( Vinous): "Melville's 2018 Pinot Noir Sandy's Block is delicate and airy in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with bright juiciness and Goldilocks ripeness, finishing long on a potpourri note. (Oct 2020)"ĩ3 points Erin Brooks ( Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Pinot Noir Sandy's has a medium ruby color and broody aromas of crushed blueberries, black cherries, dried violets and bergamot. Brisk raspberry flavors are lifted by bay leaf and eucalyptus sap on the zesty palate. (8/4/20)"ĩ4 points Wine Enthusiast: "Tangy aromas of raspberry and rose petal meet with dried sage and tarragon on the nose of this block-designated bottling.
It's capable of evolving for over a decade. It's medium to full-bodied, with a wonderful texture, present tannins, and a great finish. The medium-bodied palate is firm and grainy, finishing earthy.95 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Seeing 50% stems, the 2018 Pinot Noir Estate Sandy's offers a more rounded, complex style as well as beautiful spiced cherry, incense, orange blossom, and foresty, almost pine tree-like nuances. The 2020 Pinot Noir Estate has a medium ruby color and scents of dried red cherries and pomegranate with accents of tobacco leaves and prosciutto. The mouthfeel is polished with soft, bright acidity and focused, silky, assertive tannins on the finish that add gorgeous earthy components and complexity.ĩ1 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate In the background, dried sage, basil powder and talc weave alongside a hint of cinnamon and orange rind. Red rose petal in color, lively and vivid aromatics of raspberry, black cherry, fresh cranberry sauce, blood orange and nori waft from the glass. To this effect, they maintain a minimalist approach by aging their wines only in neutral French oak and stainless steel and utilize whole cluster fermentation to contribute to the depth, structure, and complexity of their wines. At the time of harvest, they consider the wines to already be made, and strive to not interfere with their natural path in the cellar. Farming aggressively, yet carefully, and with the utmost respect to Mother Nature, helps encourage the vines to produce small amounts of intensely flavored/concentrated fruit. With the guidance of Head Winegrower, Chad Melville, Melville’s full-time vineyard crew nurtures their 120 estate acres organically, paying close attention to the health of both the vines and the soil. Rita Hills and has since become one of the most highly-regarded estates in California. Melville Vineyards was established in 1996 in the heart of the Sta.
Ron Melville and his sons recognized that these exceptional conditions, combined with their commitment to “winegrowing,” would result in wines of remarkable quality. The highly unusual east-west (or transverse) mountain range, close proximity to the cold Pacific, consistent coastal fog, and steady afternoon breezes together create ideal conditions for growing cold-climate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. There is no place on earth quite like the Sta.
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