Melville Vineyards and Winery

Where family heritage meets Santa Barbara's most coveted terroir, Melville Vineyards and Winery transforms 82 acres of pristine Sta. Rita Hills estate into some of California's most distinctive cool-climate wines.

Since 1996, this boutique operation has epitomized hands-on viticulture and artisanal winemaking in one of the region's most celebrated AVAs.

Founded by the Melville family with their original vineyard planting in 1996, the estate expanded under Brent Melville's vision with the acclaimed Westside Vineyard blocks in 1997.

Today, winemaker Chad Melville continues this legacy of meticulous attention to detail, crafting wines that express the unique character of their western Santa Ynez Valley location. The family's unwavering commitment to estate-grown fruit and sustainable farming practices has established Melville as a benchmark producer in the Sta.

Rita Hills appellation. Chad Melville's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention techniques that allow the distinctive terroir to shine through each bottle.

The estate specializes in cool-climate varietals perfectly suited to their marine-influenced microclimate: elegant Pinot Noir, mineral-driven Chardonnay, and expressive Syrah.

Their flagship wines, including the coveted Block M Pinot Noir and Terraces Chardonnay, represent ultra-premium expressions of Sta. Rita Hills terroir.

Limited production ensures exclusivity, with many releases available only through allocation. The compact soils, morning fog, and afternoon coastal breezes create ideal growing conditions that Chad translates into wines of remarkable complexity and age-worthiness. The intimate tasting experience at Melville reflects their boutique philosophy, offering visitors exclusive access to current releases and library wines by appointment only.

The rustic-elegant tasting room overlooks the estate vineyards, providing panoramic views of the rolling hills that define this prestigious appellation. Private tastings and vineyard tours showcase the family's hands-on approach to viticulture, from their sustainable farming practices to their state-of-the-art winery facilities.

Each visit offers insight into the meticulous attention to detail that defines every aspect of Melville's operation. Discover why Melville Vineyards represents the pinnacle of Sta. Rita Hills winemaking through an exclusive tasting experience. Contact the winery directly to arrange your private appointment and explore these exceptional estate wines that capture the essence of Santa Barbara's most celebrated cool-climate terroir.