Wine Encyclopedia/White Grapes/Sauvignon Blanc
White WineLoire Valley, France

Sauvignon Blanc

Also known as: Fumé Blanc, Muskat-Silvaner

Intensely aromatic with herbaceous and tropical notes, Sauvignon Blanc is prized for its crisp acidity and refreshing character. It ranges from grassy and citrusy to tropical depending on climate.

BodyLight
AcidityHigh
SweetnessDry
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Sauvignon Blanc is a parent grape of Cabernet Sauvignon (crossed with Cabernet Franc).

👃 Tasting Notes

Primary Flavors

GrapefruitLimeGreen apple

Secondary Flavors

GrassGooseberryJalapeño

Aromas

Passion fruitBoxwoodWhite flowers

🌍 Famous Wine Regions

Marlborough

New Zealand
Defining modern SB

Explosive tropical and herbaceous character

Sancerre

France
Elegant restraint

Flinty, mineral-driven Loire benchmark

Bordeaux

France
White Bordeaux

Often blended with Sémillon for complexity

Casablanca

Chile
Value excellence

Cool coastal valley with vibrant acidity

🍽️ Perfect Food Pairings

Goat cheese salad
Oysters
Asparagus
Sushi
Ceviche

🌡️ Serving Guide

Temperature

7-10°C (45-50°F)

Glass Type

Tall, narrow white wine glass

Aging Potential

1-5 years (best young)

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