Aromas of musk, herbs, mint, and citrus oils jump from the glass of the 2001 Chardonnay Clone 76 Inox. Layered and long, but not as expressive as its younger sibling, this beauty will be a favorite of Chardonnay lovers fatigued by too much wood. It should drink well for 1-2 years. What is especially impressive about all the Melville offerings is their purity and singular personalities. Virtually everyone I talked to in Santa Barbara applauds the meticulous craftsmanship and viticultural skills of proprietor Chad Melville. His talent is obvious in these outstanding efforts.
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