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Vineyard: El Jabali
| Owners | Richard Sanford, Thekla Sanford |
| Appellation | Sta. Rita Hills |
| Story | (Ha-bo-lee). Planted in 1983 at the site of the original Sanford Winery. Farmed organically. |
| Varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir |
Articles mentioning wines produced from this vineyard
Wineries sourcing from this vineyard
Reviewed wines produced from this vineyard
2007 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Mt. Eden Clone, Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
14.5%
alc., 236 cases, $49, screw cap.
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Perfumed and floral with spiced raisins dominating. Light in
the mouth with rich and juicy raspberry fruit finishing with a flourish of tannin. The most
pinotosity and elegance of the three single clone bottlings. Tasted the next day from an
opened and re-corked bottle, the wine was more approachable indicating patience is
required. Hands off for 2-3 years.
Reviewed February 12, 2009
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2006 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir Vin Gris
13.8% alc., $20, screw cap.
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The
wine has a pretty orange-coral color that matches the color of the capsule. On the nose, tropical fruits,
pineapple and butter give way in the glass to strawberries, persimmons, orange peel, marzipan and a hint of
oak. Flavors echo the aromas with admirable richness and viscosity. Very food friendly due to the lively acidity
which provides a bright and refreshing finish.
Reviewed February 12, 2009
WINERY »
ARTICLE »
2007 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Mt. Eden Clone, Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
14.5% alc., 236 cases, $49, screw cap. · Perfumed and floral with spiced raisins dominating. Light in the mouth with rich and juicy raspberry fruit finishing with a flourish of tannin. The most pinotosity and elegance of the three single clone bottlings. Tasted the next day from an opened and re-corked bottle, the wine was more approachable indicating patience is required. Hands off for 2-3 years. Reviewed February 12, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
2006 Alma Rosa El Jabali Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir Vin Gris
13.8% alc., $20, screw cap. · The wine has a pretty orange-coral color that matches the color of the capsule. On the nose, tropical fruits, pineapple and butter give way in the glass to strawberries, persimmons, orange peel, marzipan and a hint of oak. Flavors echo the aromas with admirable richness and viscosity. Very food friendly due to the lively acidity which provides a bright and refreshing finish. Reviewed February 12, 2009 WINERY » ARTICLE »
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