Sauvignon Blanc (New World)

Profile

Body
Sweetness
Fruit
Acidity

Flavors

Lime. Gooseberry. Grapefruit.
Lemongrass. Blackcurrant Leaves.
Pineapple. Passion Fruit. Mango. Guava.
Herbs. Fresh-cut Grass. Pepper. Jalapeno.

Food Pairing

Sauvignon Blanc is super food friendly, especially with Seafood, Fish and Veggies.

Aperitif.
Seafood. Mussels. Crab. Clams. Lobster.
Fried White Fish. Sea Bass.
White Sea Bass with Citrusy Sauce (Sancerre).
Fried-Fish Sandwiches with Jalapeño-Spiked Tomatoes (Chile).
Grilled Salmon or Trout. Smoked Salmon.
Salmon or Trout with Vinegar Cucumber Salad.
Sushi. Sashimi. Wasabi (South Africa).
Chicken. Turkey. Pork Chop.
Green Salads. Avocado. Vinegar.

Fresh Green Herbs. Parsley. Basil. Thyme. Mint. Capers. Tarragon. Rosemary. Coriander.

Spring vegetables. Asparagus. Artichokes. Cucumber. Fennel. Tomatoes.

Cheese. Goat. Feta.

Serving temperatures:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

About Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most popular grapes in the world.

Bordeaux and the Loire Valley in France are the regions where it originated.

The name Sauvignon Blanc means "Wild White".

The grape is very aromatic and depending on climate and terroir the aromas can change from grassy to tropical.

However, the herbal green character is a common denominator wherever it is grown.

You can read more about Sauvignon Blanc world wide at Sauvignon Blanc Regions.

Sauvignon Blanc is gaining more and more popularity world wide.

You can read more about the grape at Sauvignon Blanc Grapes.

You can read more about the world wide production at Sauvignon Blanc Regions.

The Ideal Glass

The best choice is a tulip shaped glass that keeps the aromas inside, makes your tongue form a U shape, and guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.