Sauvignon Blanc is a beloved varietal globally, boasting distinctive characteristics that make it instantly recognisable. Did you know it’s also a parent of Cabernet Sauvignon?

About the wines

Sauvignon Blanc packs quite the fruit punch, featuring notes of gooseberry, grapefruit, and passion fruit. However, it’s the herbaceous notes and grassy character that truly define its identity. It has racy, high acidity, offering vibrancy and a refreshing zestiness. While often made in an unoaked style to be enjoyed young, Sauvignon Blanc can produce notable barrel-fermented and aged examples. One such example to explore is the 2009 vintage Gem from New Zealand. 

Sauvignon Blanc finds a fabulous blending partner with the grape variety Semillon in Bordeaux, and also plays more of a supporting role in the famous sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac.

Notable regions

The Loire Valley is often noted as the home of Sauvignon Blanc, featuring renowned regions like Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé, alongside hidden gems like Quincy, Menetou-Salon, and Touraine. Here, expect citrusy and mineral-driven expressions. New Zealand has made a name for its distinct Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, renowned for its overt fruitiness and aromatic intensity. However, Sauvignon Blanc thrives across the globe, from Germany’s Pfalz to Australia’s Margaret River. Noteworthy expressions also hail from Chile, South Africa, and the United States. Essentially where wine is made, you will often find an interesting expression of Sauvignon Blanc.

Try with

Sauvignon Blanc is excellent with goats’ cheese or Chevre, coming from Sauvignon Blanc’s home in the Loire valley.  Any herb driven sauces over fish or white meat work beautifully.

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