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Melville Syrah Estate 2021

Vintage: 2021

$45.99

Melville Winery, located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of California, is renowned for its dedication to producing high-quality wines that express the unique terroir of the region. The Melville Syrah Estate is crafted from 100% Syrah grapes, showcasing the varietal's bold character and the cool-climate influence of the Sta. Rita Hills. This vintage benefits from a growing season marked by moderate temperatures, allowing for a slow and even ripening process. The wine is fermented with native yeasts and aged in neutral French oak barrels, which helps to preserve the purity of the fruit while adding subtle complexity. On the palate, it offers a vibrant profile with notes of dark berries, black pepper, and a hint of smoked meat, supported by a firm tannin structure and balanced acidity. This Syrah pairs beautifully with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.

Professional Scores

96

The 2021 Syrah Estate, vinified with 40% whole clusters, has a medium to deep ruby color and pretty aromatic nuances of peppercorn, earth, mint and cocoa and a core of blueberry and blackberry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated and detailed with chalky tannins, sparks of mouthwatering acidity and a long, fragrant finish. Aromatically complex and structurally harmonious, it has plenty more to offer as it unwinds in bottle over the next 3-5 years. 1,023 cases produced.

The Wine Advocate

93

Wine-Searcher collates scores from a wide range of critics, from influential single palates like Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson to publications like Wine Spectator, all adjusted for the 100-point scale.

Wine-Searcher Aggregate Score

96

The 2021 Syrah Estate, vinified with 40% whole clusters, has a medium to deep ruby color and pretty aromatic nuances of peppercorn, earth, mint and cocoa and a core of blueberry and blackberry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated and detailed with chalky tannins, sparks of mouthwatering acidity and a long, fragrant finish. Aromatically complex and structurally harmonious, it has plenty more to offer as it unwinds in bottle over the next 3-5 years. 1,023 cases produced.

The Wine Advocate
750ml