The Golden Vine - Tasting Notes

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2015 Estate Pinot Noir - Block M Melville Vineyard Santa Rita Hills AVA

Melville Vineyard

Bold maroon hued, rich components of moist potting soil, blood orange, black cherry cola and plum skin weave alongside more lofty and high toned expressions... Bold maroon hued, rich components of moist potting soil, blood orange, black cherry cola and plum skin weave alongside more lofty and high toned expressions of redwood, graphite and black tea. The wine is superbly balanced, with a plush mid-palate core that transitions seamlessly into a broad, fanned out finish with both beautiful clarity and drive.

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Pinot Noir

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2016 Estate Pinot Noir - Rosé Melville Vineyard Santa Rita Hills AVA

Melville Vineyard

Pale salmon in color, with delicate and heightened nuances of honeydew melon, strawberry creamsicle and grilled peach emerging up front. In the background... Pale salmon in color, with delicate and heightened nuances of honeydew melon, strawberry creamsicle and grilled peach emerging up front. In the background tender notes of blood orange and pineapple mingle with lofty impressions of pink grapefruit, rose water and green tea. Boasting an elegant and supple mouthfeel along with brilliant acidity, the wine finishes with magnificent clarity and verve.

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Pinot Noir

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2015 Estate Pinot Noir - Terraces Melville Vineyard Santa Rita Hills AVA

Melville Vineyard

Soft garnet in color, with clean and vibrant aromatics of fresh cranberries, dried rose petal and pomegranate seeds emerging up front. On the palate, herbal... Soft garnet in color, with clean and vibrant aromatics of fresh cranberries, dried rose petal and pomegranate seeds emerging up front. On the palate, herbal notes of sage, eucalyptus and green tea mingle with hints of jasmine, hazelnut and orange zest. The mouthfeel is lively, with tremendous purity and depth as well as a healthy streak of acidity that anchors the wines tender, gentle tannins.

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Pinot Noir

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2014 Estate Chardonnay Melville Vineyard Santa Rita Hills AVA

Melville Vineyard

Delicate brass in color, with fruit driven aromatics of grilled pineapple, lemon zest, white peach and orange blossom springing from the glass. On the... Delicate brass in color, with fruit driven aromatics of grilled pineapple, lemon zest, white peach and orange blossom springing from the glass. On the palate, notes of honey, fresh ginger and tarragon mingle with weightier impressions of sourdough bread, salted caramel and agave nectar. The wine boasts a rich and polished mouthfeel with a generous streak of acidity that anchors a chiseled and precise finish.

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Chardonnay

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2016 Estate Chardonnay - Clone 76 Inox Melville Vineyard Santa Rita Hills AVA

Melville Vineyard

Pale gold in color, with vivid and pure aromatics of honeydew melon, lime zest and lemongrass jumping from the glass. On the palate, hints of rock salt,... Pale gold in color, with vivid and pure aromatics of honeydew melon, lime zest and lemongrass jumping from the glass. On the palate, hints of rock salt, citrus blossom, honey and white peach mingle with delicate floral notes of jasmine and gardenia. Texturally the wine is luxurious and plush, with an intriguing waxy component that lends weight to a generous streak of vibrant acidity supporting the wine’s elegant and satiating finish.

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Chardonnay

Melville Vineyards and Winery

2013 Estate Chardonnay - Verna's Verna’s Vineyard Central Coast AVA

Verna’s Vineyard

Bright gold in color, aromatics of marcona almonds, lemon curd, and orange blossom honey spring from the glass. Secondary notes of baked filo dough, green... Bright gold in color, aromatics of marcona almonds, lemon curd, and orange blossom honey spring from the glass. Secondary notes of baked filo dough, green papaya, and toasted macadamias also drift in the background. Oily and tender on the palate, with a streak of vibrant acidity that maintains the wine’s focus and drive.

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Chardonnay

Michael Gill Cellars

2013 Michael Gill Cellars Big Rock Syrah

Bright medium black ruby color. Delicate, fruity aromas of dried blueberries and cherries, melted toffee, delicate spice, and double mint gum with a soft,... Bright medium black ruby color. Delicate, fruity aromas of dried blueberries and cherries, melted toffee, delicate spice, and double mint gum with a soft, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a tingling, medium-long creamy vanilla, cedar, and peppercorns finish with crunchy, dusty tannins and moderate oak. An attractively juicy, chewy syrah that will be quite versatile.

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Syrah

Michael Gill Cellars

2011 Tuxedo Syrah

From a vineyard that yielded two bottles for every three vines in 2011, this elegant wine has intense boysenberry driven flavors coupled with nuances of... From a vineyard that yielded two bottles for every three vines in 2011, this elegant wine has intense boysenberry driven flavors coupled with nuances of black pepper, cardamom, vanilla cola, and black licorice. A cheese aficionado could imagine a tease of mascarpone working its way throughout the tasting experience. This beguiling wine would pair famously with prime rib roast or other hearty dishes. Best to decant and allow to breathe prior to serving

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Syrah

Michael Gill Cellars

2013 Michael Gill Cellars “Black Tie”

Bright medium dusty ruby color. Lively, fruity, funky oaky earthy aromas of raisinettes, tree bark, huckleberries, and toasted embers with an lively, dry... Bright medium dusty ruby color. Lively, fruity, funky oaky earthy aromas of raisinettes, tree bark, huckleberries, and toasted embers with an lively, dry full body and a warming, captivating, buoyant finish with grippy, firm, barky tannins and moderate oak.

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Syrah / Cabernet Franc / Petit Verdot

Michael Gill Cellars

2013 Michael Gill Cellars Tempranillo Tantrum

Dark black garnet color. Jammy, fruity confected aromas of black raspberry, red velvet icing, candied violets, and spiced vanilla jam with a chewy, shy,... Dark black garnet color. Jammy, fruity confected aromas of black raspberry, red velvet icing, candied violets, and spiced vanilla jam with a chewy, shy, dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a warming, complex, long dried cherry, black raspberry confection, vanilla bean, and black licorice finish with silky tannins and heavy oak. Dark, confectionary shop on the nose brings to mind berry, violet and mocha pasteries that leads to an over the top, dark, jammy, briary palate with soft tannins and a fruit chewy finish.

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Tempranillo