Everything About Sauvignon-Blanc Grape
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Sauvignon-Blanc Description
Origin: Loire Valley and Bordeaux, France
History: Sauvignon Blanc is a green-skinned grape variety that originates from the Bordeaux region of France. The grape most likely gets its name from the French words sauvage ('wild') and blanc ('white') due to its early origins as an indigenous grape in South West France. It is possibly a descendant of Savagnin. Sauvignon Blanc is planted in many of the world's wine regions, producing a crisp, dry, and refreshing white varietal wine. The grape is also a component of the famous dessert wines from Sauternes and Barsac.
Appearance: Green-skinned berries with a thin skin, growing in loose clusters.
Growing Traits: Sauvignon Blanc is a vigorous vine that thrives in cooler climates, allowing it to maintain its characteristic acidity and aromatic profile. It is an early-ripening variety, which helps it retain its fresh and herbaceous flavors. The grape is susceptible to various hazards, including powdery mildew, oidium, black rot, and Botrytis cinerea.
Food Pairing Sauvignon Blanc's high acidity and vibrant flavors make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with seafood, particularly oysters and shellfish, as well as goat cheese and light salads. The wine's herbaceous notes complement dishes with green herbs, such as pesto pasta or dishes featuring asparagus. Its crispness also makes it suitable for pairing with spicy Asian cuisine.
Body
Sweetness
Tannin
Acidity
Alcohol
Light to medium-bodied with a crisp and refreshing profile, characterized by high acidity. Typically vinified dry, though some off-dry and sweet styles exist, especially in dessert wines. Negligible tannin levels, as it is a white grape variety used in white wine production. High acidity, providing a zesty and vibrant character. Moderate alcohol content, generally ranging from 12% to 14%, depending on the winemaking style.
Lime 
Gooseberry 
Grapefruit 
Green bell pepper 
Passion fruit Sauvignon Blanc wines are celebrated for their aromatic intensity and refreshing acidity. In cooler climates, they often exhibit pronounced 'green' flavors such as grass, asparagus, and green apple. In warmer climates, the grape can develop more tropical fruit notes, including passion fruit and ripe pear. The wine's flavor profile can also include citrus notes like lime and grapefruit, along with herbaceous characteristics such as green bell pepper.
Regions
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France
•Loire Valley
•Bordeaux
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New Zealand
•Marlborough
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United States
•California
•Washington
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South Africa
•Stellenbosch
•Durbanville
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Chile
•Casablanca Valley
Notable Wines and Producers
Sancerre
•Domaine Vacheron
•Domaine Henri Bourgeois
Pouilly-Fumé
•Domaine Didier Dagueneau
•Château de Tracy
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
•Cloudy Bay
•Villa Maria
Fumé Blanc
•Robert Mondavi Winery
•Ferrari-Carano
Sauvignon-Blanc FAQ
Loire Valley and Bordeaux, France
Sauvignon-Blanc has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Sauvignon-Blanc is Moderate to Light bodied.
Sauvignon-Blanc has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Sauvignon-Blanc is Dry.
Loire Valley and Bordeaux, France
Sauvignon-Blanc is grown in France (Loire Valley, Bordeaux)New Zealand (Marlborough)United States (California, Washington)South Africa (Stellenbosch, Durbanville)Chile (Casablanca Valley).
Sauvignon Blanc wines are celebrated for their aromatic intensity and refreshing acidity. In cooler climates, they often exhibit pronounced 'green' flavors such as grass, asparagus, and green apple. In warmer climates, the grape can develop more tropical fruit notes, including passion fruit and ripe pear. The wine's flavor profile can also include citrus notes like lime and grapefruit, along with herbaceous characteristics such as green bell pepper.
Sauvignon Blanc's high acidity and vibrant flavors make it a versatile companion for various dishes. It pairs exceptionally well with seafood, particularly oysters and shellfish, as well as goat cheese and light salads. The wine's herbaceous notes complement dishes with green herbs, such as pesto pasta or dishes featuring asparagus. Its crispness also makes it suitable for pairing with spicy Asian cuisine.
Sauvignon Blanc wines are celebrated for their aromatic intensity and refreshing acidity. In cooler climates, they often exhibit pronounced 'green' flavors such as grass, asparagus, and green apple. In warmer climates, the grape can develop more tropical fruit notes, including passion fruit and ripe pear. The wine's flavor profile can also include citrus notes like lime and grapefruit, along with herbaceous characteristics such as green bell pepper.