Fresh & Herbal
Overview
Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, tangy, and often grassy or herbal. Grows best in cooler spots. Style ranges from lean and stony to fruity and tropical.
Flavor & Structure
- Fruit: lime, gooseberry, passion fruit
- Other: grass, green pepper, herbs
- Feel: light to medium, high acid
- Oak: mostly unoaked; some oak-fermented (Fumé Blanc)
Key Regions
- Sancerre / Pouilly-Fumé: mineral and lean
- Marlborough: bold aromatics, tropical edge
- Casablanca (Chile): cool citrus style
- Elgin (South Africa): herbal with some ripeness
Food Pairing
High acid keeps dishes feeling fresh. Great with green herbs.
- Goat cheese, asparagus, ceviche, sushi
- Dill, basil, parsley, mint all fit
- Very heavy cream or big spice can clash
Need a quick rec for dinner? Try our pairing tool on the home page.
Quick Notes
- Parent of Cabernet Sauvignon (with Cabernet Franc).
- Some California oak-aged versions use the name “Fumé Blanc”.
- Too warm a site can mute freshness quickly.