Sauvignon Blanc
Classic white-wine producer variety commonly planted in the Bordeaux and eastern Loire regions of France. Shows vigorous growth and is late maturing.
Members of the cépage are now thought to be descendants of the ancient Fié variety once common in the Loire region of France. The Sauvignon cépage apparently derives the latter part of its name from the colour of its skin. Other members include the recent genetic parental link to Cabernet Sauvignon and other mutations known as the Sauvignon Noir, Sauvignon Jaune and Sauvignon Rose. The last named grape is also known as Sauvignon Gris. In the Styria region of Austria the variety is occasionally referred to as the Muskat-Sylvaner.
Sauvignon Blanc's flavour shows a tendency towards a grassy, herbaceous grapewine, often referred to as 'gooseberry' by professional tasters, when the grapes are grown in temperate regions. In warmer regions, the flavours and aromas tend to be more citrus like, (e.g. grapefruit or pear), plus the characteristic earthy taste. New Zealand has had much success with the grape in recent years.
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