Sauvignon Blancs are distinct - very
distinct - white wines. From lemon-
lime to fresh-cut grass, Sauvignon
Blancs have an unmistakable
signature. All Sauvignon Blancs,
however, are not the same.
Depending on the region in which
they are grown, Sauvignon Blancs
can throw a wide range of flavors and
intensity. They are incredibly popular
during the warm weather months
because they are crisp, mouth-
watering, and pair with a wide variety
of seasonal cuisine.
Originally cultivated in Bordeaux,
France, Sauvignon Blanc is now
grown in many wine regions across
the world. With so many wonderful
expressions, there is a perfect
Sauvignon Blanc for almost every
palate – here are some of the most
popular Sauvignon Blanc regions and
a few standouts from those regions:
BORDEAUX
In Bordeaux, Sauvignon Blanc is
typically blended with the Sémillon
grape to create a balanced wine
with mild notes of lemon-lime,
white flower, almond, and melon
with a velvety texture and lasting
crisp finish. One of our favorites is
the 2017 Château Graville-Lacoste,
Bordeaux Blanc, from Graves,
France ($16.95/bot).
Seasonal Spotlight
The Many
Expressions Of
Sauvignon Blanc
By David Gettenberg and Anne Press
of Englewood Wine Merchants
Sunset on a Bordeaux vineyard.
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