{"title":"Alma Rosa Wine Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlma Rosa is one of the defining estates of California's Sta. Rita Hills, founded by regional pioneer Richard Sanford, whose vision helped establish the AVA as a benchmark for cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Syrah. Centered around the historic El Jabali Vineyard, Alma Rosa crafts site-driven wines that capture the region's signature combination of coastal freshness, concentration, and mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2021-alma-rosa-pinot-noir-rancho-la-vina-sta-rita-hills","title":"2021 Alma Rosa, Pinot Noir \"Rancho La Viña Vineyard\" Sta. Rita Hills","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34\"\u003eSeeking a cool-climate California Pinot Noir with balance, plush textures, and gorgeous red fruit purity? The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34\"\u003e2021 Alma Rosa \"Rancho La Viña Vineyard\" Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34 citation-end-34\"\u003e is hitting its absolute stride with four years of perfect bottle age.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"1\" class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This standout bottling commands a staggering 95-96 point press from James Suckling, \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"316\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eDecanter\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"330\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/i\u003e, checking every single box for enthusiasts who demand pristine varietal focus, exceptional regional pedigree, and immediate gratification in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRancho La Viña commands a true \"Grand Cru\" neighborhood on the cooler western corridor of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is directly sandwiched between the historic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanford \u0026amp; Benedict Vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the iconic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Encantada site\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, harvested from 16-year-old vines transitioning into organic farming. These small, concentrated berries yield a deeper, more brooder expression of Pinot Noir that coats the palate with luxurious layers of black plum and dark, brambly fruit. Bottled unfined and unfiltered after aging in 50% new French oak, it delivers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estriking combination of velvety muscle and bright coastal energy—an effort that California Pinot fanatics will absolutely grovel for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pedigree here is deeply woven into the legacy of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Richard Sanford, the founding father of the Sta. Rita Hills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. After identifying the region’s unique transverse mountain range and planting its pioneering Pinot Noir vines in 1971, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanford went on to shape the appellation's modern identity. He eventually sold his namesake winery to establish Alma Rosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, seeking out the absolute finest terroirs the valley had to offer. Though he stepped back in 2014, he still resides on the estate property, a living testament to a lifetime of unrivaled terroir knowledge. No one understands this land better, and Alma Rosa continues to knock it out of the park with his foundational vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCheers and taste well!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 Points, James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Lovely perfumes of flowers, orange peel and red berries. It’s medium-bodied with a pretty core of fruit and a persistent finish of fruit and orange peel. Polished and plush tannins. Drink or hold.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Decanter Magazine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/decanter_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834034\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Fruit from two blocks of the Rancho La Viña vineyard. Whimsical aromatics of smoky violets, soy and a tangy black bramble berry fruit finish with notes of fresh wintergreen. Alluring black tea leaf, aged balsamic and burning ember smokiness envelope ripe red and black berries, the finish is a melange of smoked sea salt, grilled blood orange and desert sage. Simply stunning.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Wine Enthusiast Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_enthusiast_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Winemaker Samra Morris is crafting very rich and spicy Pinot Noirs, and they're immediately gratifying. Intense aromas of black cherry, candied plum, cinnamon, mace and clove entice the nose into the glass. The palate follows in bold but elegantly layered fashion, presenting Christmas spice and warm-cookie flavors atop the reduced plum and berry sauce core. Drink up while the ripeness remains fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46610555568182,"sku":"SOMM2606-ARO21SRH-750","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021AlmaRosa_PinotNoirRanchoLaVinaSta.RitaHills_d74f59f8-de4a-4ee7-9337-0947a342d8c0.png?v=1782925412"},{"product_id":"2022-alma-rosa-syrah-el-jabali-sta-rita-hills","title":"2022 Alma Rosa, Syrah “El Jabali”, Sta. Rita Hills","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Sta. Rita Hills may be famous for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, but the true accolade star of the region is a deeply brooding, powerhouse Syrah. Sourced from the highest-elevation blocks of the iconic El Jabali estate, where brutal coastal winds and sandy soils force the vines to struggle, the \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e2022 Alma Rosa Syrah “El Jabali”\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e is our absolute favorite New World Syrah tasted in 2026. It has captured the undivided attention of the wine world, racking up matching 96-point scores from Vinous and Jeb Dunnuck. This is an unmissable opportunity for Daily Feature members to secure a flawlessly sculpted allocation of this benchmark bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis spectacular release carries the undeniable signature of California wine pioneer Richard Sanford—the iconic \"Mr. Sta. Rita Hills\" himself—who single-handedly put this cool-climate region on the map and drove its official AVA status. After founding and later moving on from his namesake winery, Richard poured his soul into seeking out the unique terroir of the El Jabali vineyard, which remains Alma Rosa's crown jewel estate holding. This 100% estate Syrah represents the pinnacle of his viticultural vision, marrying heritage clones (71% 877 and 29% Tablas Creek) with meticulous aging in 70% new French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis is a rare, soaring opportunity to stock your cellar with a critically adored, impeccably framed American standard-bearer poised for peak enjoyment right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep and brooding with striking aromas of dark chocolate, warm nutmeg, charred wood, and black fruit. The palate is a riveting cascade of cooked berries, figs, black licorice, and chicory, supported by firm, structural tannins and lifted by nuances of black tea and elegant violets on an intensely savory, perfectly balanced finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheers and taste well, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The 2022 Syrah El Jabali is fabulous. Rich and explosive in the glass, the 2022 dazzles with its tension and energy. Blue\/purplish fruit, lavender, licorice, spice and dried flowers open effortlessly, then build into a deep, resonant finish. All the elements are so well balanced. The 30% stems are perfectly integrated within the wine’s framework. This is a fabulous offering from Alma Rosa—then again, we are in one of the great corners of California for Rhône varieties.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Jeb Dunnuck Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jeb_dunnuck_240x240.png?v=1769834039\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Fermented with 30% stems and brought up in 60% new French oak, the 2022 Syrah El Jabali just about jumps out of the glass with its awesome aromatics of juicy black and blue fruits, bay leaf, ground pepper, and iron-like aromas and flavors. These carry to a full-bodied Syrah that has a beautifully layered mouthfeel, building tannins, and a juicy, lively, powerful yet always balanced and graceful style offering tons to love. This classic Sta. 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