WHAT IS SAUVIGNON BLANC?
Sauvignon blanc is a green-skinned grape that originates from the Bordeaux region of France, producing clean, crisp white wines. Its also the grape that makes the famous dessert wines from Sauternes and Barsac. In California, its also known as “Fumé Blanc”, a term coined by Robert Mondavi.
WHAT DOES IT TASTE LIKE?
Depending on where it is grown, it can range from grassy, lemon-lime, and green bell pepper in cooler regions, to tropical fruit flavors of grapefruit, and passionfruit when grown in warmer climates. Sometimes cat pee aromas appear with un-ripened Sauvignon blanc.
WHERE DOES IT GROW?
Sauvignon blanc is planted in many of the world’s wine regions with France, New Zealand, and Chile leading the way as the top three for acreage. Other notable acreage includes South Africa, Moldova, the United States, Australia and Italy.
SAUVIGNON BLANC CHARACTERISTICS
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