Sauvignon Blanc is a green-skinned grape varietal originating from the Bordeaux region of France. It is now grown in many other parts of the world like New Zealand, California, Chile, and South Africa.
The flavor profile of Sauvignon Blanc can vary significantly depending on the climate where the grapes are grown. In cooler climates, the wine tends to have crisp and fresh flavors like green apple, pear, and lime, often with a sharp acidity and mineral notes. In warmer climates, the wine can develop tropical fruit flavors like mango, melon and peach with a softer acidity and richer body.
Sauvignon Blanc is also known for its distinctive herbaceous characteristics, often described as grassy, green bell pepper, or even asparagus or gooseberry in cooler climates.
Sauvignon Blanc wines are typically dry and are best consumed young, as they do not benefit significantly from aging. They make a great pairing with seafood, poultry, salads, or goat cheese. This wine is also used for the manufacture of the dessert wine Sauternes and the French liqueur Bordeaux.
