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Phi

2010 Santa Barbara County Viognier

The Ampelos Cellars Phi is a stunning 2010 Viognier from the renowned Santa Barbara County, a region celebrated for its exceptional white wines. This wine showcases a vibrant color that reflects its lively character. On the palate, it presents a medium body that beautifully balances richness and elegance. The acidity is high, providing a crisp and refreshing mouthfeel that invigorates the senses. With its prominent fruit intensity, expect delightful notes of lush stone fruits, such as peach and apricot, complemented by hints of floral and citrus undertones. This white wine is bone dry, making it an excellent choice for pairing with a variety of dishes, particularly seafood and light salads. Overall, the Ampelos Cellars Phi is a remarkable representation of Viognier, demonstrating the finesse and depth that can be achieved in this California region.

Tasting notes:


Peach

Peach

Apricot

Apricot

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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