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Highland Estates Alisos Hills

2010 Santa Barbara County Viognier

The Kendall-Jackson Highland Estates Alisos Hills 2010 Viognier from Santa Barbara County is an enchanting white wine that embodies the essence of this notable region. With its vibrant color and an aromatic bouquet, this Viognier showcases alluring notes of peaches, apricots, and hints of floral essence, making it a delightful treat for the senses. On the palate, it presents a well-rounded body that balances refreshing acidity, enhancing the overall mouthfeel while inviting further sips. The fruit intensity is pronounced, creating a luscious experience that captures the richness of the varietal. This wine is exceptionally well-crafted, offering an engaging interplay of flavors that perfectly complements a variety of dishes, making it a fantastic choice for any occasion. Its dry finish ensures a clean and refreshing end, leaving a lasting impression of Santa Barbara's unique terroir.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honey

Honey

White Peach

White 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, Grilled Shrimp with Garlic Butter, 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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