Sauvignon Blanc
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Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand is pale yellow with flavors of lime and a hint of green herbs.
Fruity notes
Body
Tannins
- Origin
New Zealand- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Category
- Still
- Colour
- White
- Flavours
- grapefruit, grass, green bell pepper
- Sugar
- Dry
- Serve
- Cold (7-13°C)
- Strength
- From 11 to 16°
- Price
- $
This wine is also named: Fumé Blanc
Last update: January 6, 2025
Information
Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand is pale yellow with flavors of lime and a hint of green herbs. It's light-bodied with crisp acidity. Great with seafood and fresh salads. Perfect for a sunny day.
Fun facts
Sauvignon Blanc put New Zealand on the global wine map, particularly those from Marlborough. Its zesty, tropical profile became an instant favorite, earning it the nickname “liquid sunshine.”
Gastronomy
Snacks & Appetizers
- Fruit Platter
- Fried Garlic Shrimp
- Mini Quiches
- Tapas Platter
Perfect with
Try Sauvignon Blanc with "Fresh Oysters," where the wine's crisp acidity and minerality complement the briny flavors, or enjoy it with "Goat Cheese Salad," where its citrus notes enhance the freshness of the salad.
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