Making top 100 lists with this wine

The palate is smooth with ripe black raspberry and cherry compote flavors that while deep and somewhat brooding

this is a big Cabernet Sauvignon that holds on to itself with just enough restraint to keep it balanced

Doing is what counts

Lieu Dit Melon, 2021 Washington Making top 100 lists withCrisp, dry. Green pear, saline, yellow apple, green apple, wet gray stones & ocean essence. Lieu Dit is a relatively new winery, a partnership between friends Eric Railsback and Justin Willett in Santa Barbara. They are making solid, exciting wines on the Central Coast, focusing on Loire Valley varietals. This one is 100% Melon de Bourgogne. Their wines are simple, elegant and profound. Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, California