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Starting in 1985, John Alban planted grapes for other people until he bought an estate in 1989. With a focus on creating wines made from Rhône Valley varietals, Alban came to be a pioneer of the Rhone Rangers movement, and is considered one of the most influential American Rhone producers.
Alban Vineyards is a California winery founded by John Alban, who pioneered the use of Rhone varieties in the region. Learn about his vision, his wines, and how to join his mailing list.
Oct 25, 2017 · Wine Star: John Alban A trailblazing Rhône Ranger embraces singularity in California's Central Coast John Alban and his Edna Valley Syrah brought Central Coast style to the Wine Experience.
Feb 12, 2013 · John Alban, one of the Central Coast’s original Rhone Rangers -- and one of the most influential -- makes wine exclusively from Rhone varietals at Alban Vineyards in Edna Valley,...
I am forever indebted to the core group of courageous and passionate wine buyers and sommeliers who championed Alban Vineyards in the early years. The people who were driven to hand-sell and promote wines that in and of themselves were of little economic significance to them.
Learn how John Alban envisioned and planted Viognier in California, inspired by a Condrieu wine he tasted in 1985. Watch his interview with Karen MacNeil, author of The Wine Bible, and explore his legacy and vision for San Luis Obispo County.
May 6, 2022 · You talk to any successful Rhone wine producer in California, and they all reference John Alban as a major influence. Justin Smith, owner and winemaker at Saxum, credits John for coming to the Saxum vineyard in the 1980s and convincing Justin’s father to plant Rhone varietals rather than chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon.
