Bello’s 2023 Winemaker Dinner Series continues in February with Chad Melville of Melville Estate Wines. Located in the Santa Rita Hills AVA of Santa Barbara County, this estate is known for growing outstanding Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah varietals. “California is home to outstanding wine, and Melville is a fantastic example of what Santa Barbara has to offer. We’re looking forward to having Chad visit,” said Bello owner Sandro Nardone.
The evening’s menu includes:
First Course: Salmon Tartare, Yuzu Koshu Buttermilk, Parsley Oil, Fried Buckwheat
Paired With: Melville Estate Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay, Santa Rita Hills, 2019)
Second Course: Egg, Wild Mushroom, Warm Yeasted Parsnip
Paired With: Melville Estate Chardonnay (Santa Rita Hills, 2021) 94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck
Third Course: Ditali, Wild Boar, Coffee
Paired With: Melville Estate Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills, 2021
Fourth Course: Smoked Then Roasted Duck Breast, Leek, Black Pepper
Paired With: Melville Estate Block M Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hills 2020
Fifth Course: Espresso, Porcini, Chile
Melville Estate Syrah, Santa Rita Hills 2019
Guests will have the opportunity to visit with Melville as well as chefs Sandro Nardone and Zach Scherer throughout the evening. Reservations $125 per person plus tax and 18% gratuity and are limited to the first 60 guests. Menu substitutions and adjustments are politely declined due to the nature of the event.
About Melville Estate Wines:
Situated amongst the beautiful rolling hills of western Santa Ynez Valley, Melville is dedicated to producing exceptional cold-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah grown exclusively in their estate vineyards throughout the Santa Rita Hills appellation.
In 1996, Ron's desire to grow cold-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah brought Melville Vineyards to the Sta. Rita Hills. Today, Ron and his son, Chad Melville, uphold Melville’s tradition as one of the most highly-regarded estates in California.