Introduction
Melville Estate Sandys Pinot Noir Sta Rita Hills 2021 is a masterful wine. It stands as a pinnacle of Melville’s single-block Pinot Noir winemaking. It showcases the exceptional potential of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. This wine reflects the Melville family’s dream. They aimed to craft world-class Pinot Noir. The Sta. Rita Hills’ unique terroir is key. Cool-climate conditions, oceanic influence, and sandy soils create ideal conditions. Grapes achieve remarkable concentration and balance. The 2021 vintage was exceptional. It provided perfect ripeness and refined acidity. This set the stage for a wine of immense power and complexity.
Character Description
The Melville Estate Sandys Pinot Noir Sta Rita Hills 2021 enchants with a brilliant, medium-ruby hue. It shows profound concentration. The bouquet offers layers of bright red cherry, wild raspberry, and subtle cranberry. These intertwine with notes of rose petal, crushed earth, and a hint of baking spice. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied with a beautifully silky texture. Yet, it has a remarkably expressive finish. It showcases concentrated flavors of fresh red fruits, savory complexity, and a mineral backbone. Fine-grained tannins and bright acidity provide superb backbone. A vibrant acidity ensures freshness. The finish is exceptionally long and layered. It leaves an impression of intense red fruit, complex savory notes, and the formidable character of this iconic wine.
Perfect Pairings
This monumental Pinot Noir is perfect for elegant and refined dishes. Its graceful structure and nuanced flavors complement bold meals. It pairs beautifully with roasted duck with cherry reduction, grilled salmon, or braised chicken. Its bright acidity also makes it an ideal match for mushroom-based dishes, such as wild mushroom risotto. Furthermore, it complements a variety of creamy cheeses, including Brie or Comté. The wine is for special occasions or a sophisticated evening of contemplative sipping. Decanting for an hour is highly recommended.
About the Winery
Melville stands as a beacon of excellence in the Sta. Rita Hills. The Melville family founded it. Their vision: to produce wines of exceptional quality. They focused on meticulous farming of their estate vineyards. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture is strong. The Sandys Pinot Noir is a true single-block testament to their winemaking. It highlights their pursuit of perfection. Melville delivers wines of profound character. This Pinot Noir embodies their dedication to crafting world-class wines from the Sta. Rita Hills.
