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Styles of Sauvignon Blanc

  • Marlborough: the style that made New Zealand famous, with passionfruit, citrus and cut-grass aromas and racy acidity.
  • Other New Zealand regions: Hawke's Bay, Waiheke Island and Central Otago often give a rounder, riper take.
  • France: the Loire Valley, home of Sancerre, makes a more mineral, restrained style.
  • Oaked or barrel-fermented: richer and creamier, sometimes labelled Fume Blanc.

Looking for something softer? Try Pinot Gris or Chardonnay.

How to Choose Sauvignon Blanc

For classic Marlborough intensity, start with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc or Craggy Range Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. For a different expression, Man O' War Estate Sauvignon Blanc comes from Waiheke Island. Most Sauvignon Blanc is made to drink young and fresh.

Sauvignon Blanc FAQs

What food goes with Sauvignon Blanc?

Sauvignon Blanc goes well with seafood, goat's cheese, salads and green vegetables such as asparagus. Its high acidity cuts through oily fish and matches fresh herbs, lemon and lime. It is also a natural partner for Thai salads, sushi and grilled chicken.

Is Sauvignon Blanc sweet or dry?

Sauvignon Blanc is almost always a dry white wine. Its ripe tropical fruit flavours can give an impression of sweetness, but the crisp acidity keeps it fresh. A few New Zealand examples keep a touch of residual sugar to balance the acidity.

Why is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc famous?

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is famous for its intense, vivid flavours of passionfruit, citrus and fresh herbs. Sunny days and cool nights at the top of the South Island keep the grapes aromatic with bright acidity. It is New Zealand's most planted grape and best-known wine export.

How cold should Sauvignon Blanc be served?

Serve Sauvignon Blanc well chilled, at 7 to 10 degrees. A few hours in the fridge or 20 minutes in an ice bucket does the job. Keep the bottle cool between pours so the wine stays crisp and the aromas stay fresh.