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Sauvignon Blanc Valley View Vineyard Hand Selected

2009 Santa Barbara County Sauvignon Blanc

The Lucas & Lewellen Sauvignon Blanc from the Valley View Vineyard is a beautiful expression of Santa Barbara County's terroir. This 2009 vintage boasts a light body, making it incredibly refreshing and easy to enjoy. Its high acidity provides a vibrant quality that brightens the palate and enhances the wine's overall liveliness. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing delightful notes of zesty citrus and ripe stone fruits, which are beautifully complemented by subtle herbal undertones. This wine is bone dry, allowing for a crisp finish that invites another sip, making it a perfect companion for seafood dishes or light salads. With its meticulous hand selection process, this Sauvignon Blanc offers a well-balanced and sophisticated experience that showcases the best of its region.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Green Apple

Green Apple

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Seafood Salad, Ceviche, Light Seafood

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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