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Bon Temps White

2014 Santa Barbara County White Blend

Rideau Vineyard Bon Temps White, a delightful white blend from the picturesque Santa Barbara County, showcases the region's exceptional winemaking prowess. This 2014 vintage exhibits a vibrant straw yellow hue, heralding its lively character. The wine is marked by medium body coupled with bright acidity, creating a refreshing mouthfeel that is both invigorating and food-friendly. Its fruit intensity is prominent, offering enticing notes of ripe stone fruits and a hint of citrus. This delightful blend is skillfully crafted, harmonizing various varietals that contribute to its well-balanced profile. With a dry finish, Bon Temps White is the perfect companion for light seafood dishes, fresh salads, or simply enjoyed on a warm afternoon.

Tasting notes:


Honey

Honey

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Off Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


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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