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Reserve

2014 Santa Barbara County Mourvedre

The Alapay Reserve is a captivating red wine made from Mourvèdre, showcasing the rich and diverse terroir of Santa Barbara County. This vintage, crafted with meticulous care, offers a full-bodied experience that envelops the palate in its lush textures. With vibrant acidity that lends a refreshing lift, this wine balances beautifully against the backdrop of ripe fruit flavors. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing enticing notes of blackberries, plums, and subtle earthiness, making each sip an exploration of complexity. Tannins are firm yet inviting, providing structure while allowing the expressive character of the varietal to shine through. This wine maintains a dry profile, ensuring it pairs seamlessly with various culinary delights and enhances any dining experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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