Pale straw yellow in the glass, the 2023 Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay opens with aromas of citrus blossoms, stone fruit and coastal breeze. On the palate flavors of yellow apple and stony minerality add depth and intrigue, framed by lively acidity that carries through to a long, saline finish. This wine beautifully expresses the cool-climate elegance and oceanic characteristic of wines from Alma Rosa’s El Jabali estate.

Wine Critic Reviews

Wine Enthusiast (94): Bright aromas of citrus pith and blossoms meet with a touch of nectarine and crushed rock on the tightly wound nose of this bottling. The palate snaps with bright lime and Asian pear flavors, showcasing a purity of fruit alongside a penetrating textural tension.