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Temperance Tp Viognier

2014 Santa Barbara County Viognier

Temperance Cellars Temperance Tp Viognier from the 2014 vintage is a captivating red wine that embodies the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County. This wine showcases a full-bodied character, complemented by vibrant acidity that adds an invigorating lift to the palate. The fruit intensity is pronounced, offering lush flavors of apricot and peach, with subtle undertones of floral notes that enhance its aromatic profile. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety mouthfeel that makes this wine incredibly approachable. With its dry finish, it remains refreshing and versatile, making it a wonderful choice for various culinary pairings or solo enjoyment.

Tasting notes:


Apricot

Apricot

Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle

White Peach

White Peach

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Grilled Shrimp, Creamy Pasta, Lemon Herb Chicken

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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