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Sittin' Pretty

2009 Santa Barbara County Viognier

Barrel 27 Sittin' Pretty is a stunning 2009 Viognier from the renowned Santa Barbara County, showcasing the elegance and charm that this varietal is celebrated for. This delightful white wine presents a medium body that strikes a harmonious balance between richness and freshness, making it incredibly approachable. With bright acidity dancing across the palate, this wine offers a refreshing lift that enhances its vibrant character. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of luscious peach, apricot, and hints of tropical notes, which contribute to its enticing aroma and flavor profile. As you savor each sip, the wine leaves a lingering impression, characterized by a delightful dry finish, making it a perfect companion for a variety of seafood dishes or light salads. This wine exemplifies the artistry of winemaking in Santa Barbara County, ensuring a truly memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Peach

Peach

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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