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Reserve Viognier

2011 Santa Barbara County Viognier

The Bridlewood Estate Winery Reserve Viognier from the 2011 vintage is a captivating white wine that showcases the lushness and complexity of the varietal. Hailing from the esteemed Santa Barbara County, this wine is medium-bodied and exhibits a bright acidity that lifts its aromatic profile beautifully. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of stone fruits such as apricot and peach, intertwined with hints of floral and spice nuances. As you savor this wine, you will notice its dry character, which enhances its refreshing quality. This Viognier is a true example of the richness that can emerge from this unique and picturesque region, making it a delightful choice for both casual sipping and food pairing.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness 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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