Weekly Wine Series - Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is one of those varietals that I’ve always been a little unsure of. It’s not a wine I typically order out, and I hardly ever purchase it at the grocery store. So, why would I feature this wine varietal on the blog? I’m featuring Sauvignon Blanc because it’s an extremely popular varietal AND I wanted to see if I could find some bottles that I actually liked.

Through my research, I discovered that I LOVE Sancerre. Who knew?! It is now my favorite expression of Sauvignon Blanc. If you’ve never tried a Sancerre before, do it! It’s incredible and it pairs nicely with several different dishes.

Anyways, take a look through this post if you’re wanting some Sauvignon Blanc bottle recommendations and food pairing ideas. It’s a great wine to sip on during the summer months. Cheers!

Overview

Facts

There are over 275,000 acres of Sauvignon Blanc planted worldwide.
Sauvignon Blanc can pair with a variety of foods. Some of the most popular pairings are goat cheese, white fish, fish tacos and summer vegetables.
Sauvignon Blanc originated in Bordeaux.
When grown in cooler climates or picked early, the herbaceous green character is the most prominent.
In warmer climates you get riper fruit flavors rating from grapefruit to passion fruit and guava.
Most Sauvignon Blanc wines are meant to be drunk young. It’s not a wine that people age.