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2023 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Pinot Noir

Removed from a subterranean wine cellar; Purchased direct from winery; Consignor is original owner

Ends Sunday, 7pm Pacific

RATINGS

95Vinous / IWC

...stunning purity of ripe fruit and crystalline clarity...delivers sweet raspberry, exotic spice tones and chalky tannins, remaining elegant and precise from start to finish. Juicy acidity freshens up the perfectly coiffed finish. Bravo.

95James Suckling

Concentrated yet long with ebullient forest spices that showcase purple plums and mixed cherries in a fascinating light. It’s all energized with crushed flowers and a core of minerality, both of which extend through the structured finish.

94Jeb Dunnuck

...mulled red and black cherries, black tea, loamy earth, and some gamey nuances, all of which define the aromatics...medium-bodied, has a round, layered mouthfeel, ripe yet building tannins, and outstanding length.

REGION

United States, California, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Santa Rita Hills

Santa Rita Hills AVA in northern Santa Barbara County was granted appellation status in 2001. Located between the towns of Lompoc and Buellton, it has a total area of 30,720 acres with 2,700 vineyard acres. The area is considered a cool climate for vineyards, so vineyards are most often planted with the cool-weather grapes Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The hills in the western part of this appellation are directly exposed to the Pacific Ocean, meaning that maritime winds and fog make the western edge of the Santa Rita Hills AVA particularly cool. The Sanford & Benedict Vineyard planted in 1971 was the first vineyard in the district and is still considered one of the best.

TYPE

Red Wine, Pinot Noir

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.

VINTAGE

2023 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Pinot Noir