Melville Pinot Noir Estate Santa Rita Hills 2023 750ml

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023 

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points | The 2023 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills is a terrific base appellation release, with redcurrants, framboise, peppery herbs, and floral nuances on the nose. Medium-bodied, pure, supple, and well-structured on the palate, it has integrated acidity and ripe, polished tannins. Fermented with 40% whole cluster and aged in neutral wood, it’s beautifully done and worth a case purchase.

The Wine Advocate 92+ Points | Tasted just three weeks after its bottling, the 2023 Pinot Noir Estate is already showing beautifully. The nose presents powerful dark fruit and citrus peel aromas with spry energy, notes that are mirrored on the silky, refined palate. It finishes with a lovely balance between saturated fruits and a powdery, subtly drying structure. I look forward to checking back on this after a bit more time in bottle

The Wine Spectator 90 Points | Brisk and fresh, with pine and savory notes peeking out from a core of strawberry and raspberry coulis. The finish is light-bodied but sleek. Drink now through 2027. 6,066 cases made.

Memo Pairing Suggestions

Serving & Pairing

• Food Pairings: Its high acidity and savory notes make it versatile. It pairs well with mushroom risotto, grilled pork chops, or even a tuna poke bowl.