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2015

Melka Mekerra

Tasted 7 December 2019 Sonoma County · Knights Valley

Cabernet Franc-heavy on the front end of the attack, with black and red cherry, embers, and violets kicking off the initial push. The mid and back seem to grab better hold of the Merlot component, finishing rounder and…

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2016

Melka Sauvignon Blanc Mekerra

Sonoma County · Knights Valley

At the French Laundry. An invigorating and lively example of Sauvignon Blanc. I have enjoyed this wine on a number of previous occasions and each time it delivers a complex and captivating array of…

Reviewed 30 April 2021
2016

Melka Sauvignon Blanc Mekerra

Sonoma County · Knights Valley

Solid showing, especially for the first hour or so of consumption. There was a bit of heat to blow off on the initial pull, but it settled nicely into its groove with a gorgeous display of kiwi,…

Reviewed 17 February 2021
2016

Melka Sauvignon Blanc Mekerra

Sonoma County · Knights Valley

Still awesome. Even better than a year ago. Extremely complex for a domestic SB. Marries suave smoothness with vivacious tension perfectly. Acacia blossom, fresh honeydew, guava, kiwi, lemon verbena,…

Reviewed 22 December 2020
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