Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc: Widely grown around the world, the character of Sauvignon Blanc is essentially green fruits and vegetables - gooseberries, lime, kiwi, and asparagus coupled with grassy, nettle like tones. Crisp and bright with zippy acidity, it should be drunk young. Originating in the Loire Valley of France, New Zealand has taken this grape to new heights in the cool Marlborough region, producing racy wines with tropical fruit and gooseberry flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is usually a dry white wine with distinctive herbaceous qualities. This wine is widely available as a single varietal or as a blend with Semillon.

Food Matches: Sauvignon blanc is perfectly teamed with all sorts of fish in creamy sauces, and veal and chicken dishes are suitable matches. Try it with good pasta pomodoro and for a really classic combination with a sharp goat cheese.