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2012 Santa Barbara County Viognier

Tercero Viognier, hailing from the picturesque Santa Barbara County, captivates the senses with its alluring pale yellow hue. This vintage showcases a medium-bodied profile, offering a delightful balance between its refreshing acidity and gentle fruit intensity. The wine presents a bouquet of fragrant stone fruit aromas, reminiscent of ripe apricots and peaches, complemented by floral notes that elevate its charm. On the palate, the wine is dry, providing a crisp and clean finish that leaves a lingering impression, while its soft texture and subtle complexity make it an easygoing choice for various occasions. Ideal for pairing with seafood, grilled chicken, or simply enjoyed on its own, Tercero Viognier embodies the essence of its regional terroir with elegance and finesse.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Peach

Peach

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Ceviche, Pasta Primavera, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County

Just north of Los Angeles at the southern tip of the Central Coast, Santa Barbara County is one of California's winemaking gems. Although a long way from Napa and Sonoma, Santa Barbara's prime AVAs—the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez Valleys and the Santa Rita Hills—produce exemplary cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It is all thanks to the terroir. Despite its proximity to sunny southern California, Santa Barbara County is hilly, and its vineyards lie close to the Pacific Ocean. With little rainfall but an abundance of chilly ocean winds and fogs, the growing season is very long here. This allows grapes to ripen slowly over an extended period and develop wonderfully complex flavors.

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