Sauvignon Blanc

How is Sauvignon Blanc made?

Sauvignon Blanc uses a rare technique in fermentation and aging. Unlike most wines that are kept in wooden oak barrels, Sauvignon Blanc is stored in stainless steel tanks. These tanks help keep the fruitiness and give that rich grape flavor. Sauvignon Blanc grapes come from the Bordeaux region and are blended with a more soothing grape, Semillon. Sauvignon Blanc definitely is known for its dry tones and aroma. 

What does Sauvignon Blanc taste like?

There are technically three different types of Sauvignon Blanc which all taste different. France, Australia, Chile, California, South Africa, and New Zealand. Sauvignon Blanc has a diverse and variant flavor that gives off different flavors after each sip. The Bordeaux flavored Sauvignon Blanc has fruit flavors that give it more depth and the Loire & Sancerre Sauvignon Blanc has more of a smooth and silky flavor.

The Pacific region Sauvignon Blanc carries more fruit flavors and more of a ripper finish. Lastly, New Zealand flavored Sauvignon Blanc has a more green and fresher taste. The acidity makes your palate refreshed. Sauvignon Blanc uses a green-skinned grape that is harvested and grown in a hot climate. Sauvignon Blanc carries flavors of green apple, lime, passion fruit, and white peach. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes give it a dry and long texture on the palate. 

What is so special about Sauvignon Blanc?

Sauvignon Blanc has grown its reputation in the United States for its refreshing and natural flavors of green grass and crisp flavors. Wine drinkers all across Europe have also fallen in love with the cleansing, dry, and crisp flavors. New Zealand has the boldest flavors due its rich and tropical soils. Sauvignon Blanc has made a popular name for itself by being ripe and more exotic than other wines.

The mixture of tropical fruits, sour and refreshing flavors of apples, and delicate flavors of passionfruit and white peach. Another main reason why people love Sauvignon Blanc so much is that it goes with most foods. One can really enjoy a nice grilled piece of salmon or sushi with Sauvignon Blanc. Another great dish is goat’s cheese. These flavors really open your palate and allow you to taste new flavors. 

Is Sauvignon Blanc good for cooking?

Sauvignon Blanc is known to be the chef's favorite. Cooking with Sauvignon Blanc has a crisp flavor that releases acidity to the food and enriches the overall taste. The delicate flavor of the wine gives your poultry - chicken, duck, turkey, seafood, or creamy pasta a nice balanced and rich flavor that most people adore. The wine also has a nice vanilla flavor that adds a fuller body flavor to the dishes. 

How to drink Sauvignon Blanc?

When drinking fine wine like Sauvignon Blanc needs to be served in white wine glasses. The wine should be chilled from around 7° C and 10° C (44°-50°F). One should store the bottle horizontally instead of vertically. The bottle needs to be held when pouring by the body and the drinker should hold the glass by the stem. 

Best foods to pair with Sauvignon Blanc?

White Wine Sauvignon Blanc is known to be one of the best wines to cook and pair foods with. The bold flavors of lime, green apple, and passion fruit make Sauvignon Blanc a great choice for cooking and serving at your dinner table. Sauvignon Blanc goes well with goat cheese, Fontina, Brie, Feta, Gouda, and Swiss cheeses. Fresh spring vegetables like zucchini, artichoke, asparagus, and squash go well with Sauvignon Blanc. One will really enjoy sushi, lobster, crab, shellfish, oysters, prawns, and scallops with their Sauvignon Blanc.

Fresh fish like salmon, halibut, snapper, sea bass, and fish and chips go well with Sauvignon Blanc. Pasta is another great dish to pair with Sauvignon Blanc. The creamy sauces of Fettuccine Alfredo or Marinara really go well with the acidity of the wine. Sauvignon Blanc goes amazing with white meats: chicken, duck, and turkey. Finish your meal with fruit tarts, macarons, or your favorite fruit sherbets. 

What is some popular Sauvignon Blanc to drink?

When choosing a Sauvignon Blanc one should always read reviews and then get a hint of what they are expecting to taste. If one just goes to the market and grabs any they may regret it later. Here are some great brands to choose from:

1. Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc has been named in Wine Spectator Top 100 four times and also 2019 Wine and Spirits Restaurant Top 10. The prestigious award-winning Sauvignon Blanc has a fresh and juicy flavor that is equally balanced with weight and depth. Flavors of passion fruit, melon, and grapefruit are sensed on the palate making this a great and refreshing wine. 
2. Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Sauvignon Blanc is excellently balanced and has vibrant flavors of fruit. The juicy flavors of tropical fruit, floral aromas, and rich taste of minerals give this wine a remarkable and crisp flavor. The citrus and zesty flavors really make it a great happy hour wine to go with appetizers and your favorite cheese plates. 
3. Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc truly has a prestigious background. Citrus and tropical fruits are used to make this wine a collector's favorite. The balance of vibrant and awakening aromas really wakes the palate. This Sav Blanc wine releases aromas of lemongrass, passionfruit, pineapple, and melon. This wine goes well with seafood. 

Sauvignon Blanc really has a delicious and luxurious taste. No wonder why it’s so popular here in the US. 

Some Sauv Blanc wine cocktails you should try today!

Sauvignon Blanc really goes well with other flavored spirits. Here are some cocktails you must try:

1. Oaxacan Lemonade - Sauvignon Blanc wine has a smoky flavor mixed with the mezcal and green basil vodka that really releases the sour and earthy texture.
2. Pisco Sour is a spirit that comes from Chile and Peru. The Sauvignon Blanc is mixed with lemon and Peruvian bitters to craft a sour and refreshing cocktail.
3. Brancott Sangria is another cocktail one must try when tasting Sauvignon Blanc. The mint leaves and rich nectars make this on the top of the list. 

• 3 Counts of Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc
• 3 Counts of Peach Nectar
• 1 Count of Orange Flavored Vodka
• Mint Leaves
• Garnish with fresh peaches or mint

Slap the mint leaves with your palms to release the oils. Then drop in glass, add ice, and remaining ingredients and stir.