Alma Mora Syrah
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Argentine beef empanadas, grilled lamb chops, or pasta with a rich bolognese sauce.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched, high-altitude vineyards of San Juan, Argentina, Alma Mora Syrah captures the vibrant essence of its terroir. The name 'Alma Mora' translates to 'blackberry soul,' a poetic nod to both the dark, juicy fruit profile of the Syrah grape and the wild mulberry trees ('moras') that dot the local landscape. Grown in the arid Tulum Valley, where intense solar radiation is tempered by cool mountain nights, the grapes develop thick skins rich in color and flavor. This wine is crafted to highlight the approachable, fruit-forward side of Syrah, showcasing ripe black fruit aromas, sweet spices, and a touch of black pepper, subtly enhanced by brief aging in oak to impart soft tannins and a smooth finish.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in the 1990s in San Juan, Argentina, Finca Las Moras emerged as an essential pioneer in reshaping the region's viticultural landscape across the Tulum, Zonda, and Pedernal Valleys. Now part of the Grupo Peñaflor family, the winery takes its name from the native blackberry trees that frame its high-altitude vineyards tucked against the Andes Mountains. Finca Las Moras is celebrated for its innovative and sustainable approach to winemaking, focusing heavily on unlocking the regional potential of Syrah alongside classic Argentine staples like Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and aromatic whites such as Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc. From the accessible and fruit-driven Intis line to complex, terroir-focused reserves, their wines showcase the intense sunshine, mineral-rich soils, and vibrant fruit purity characteristic of San Juan.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Syrah
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%