Aromatic character – the zesty Sauvignon Blanc

SOUTH AFRICA OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF GREAT SAUVIGNON BLANC WINES, EACH WITH ITS OWN DISTINCT TASTING NOTE. SOUTH AFRICAN SAUVIGNON TENDS TO HAVE A GREEN TINT TO IT, AND WHEN IT COMES TO FLAVOUR, IT IS HERBACEOUS, AND GREEN FRUIT NOTES TEND TO BE PRESENT.

Sauvignon Blanc is made from green grapes and believed to have descended from Savagnin grapes, with their first recorded appearance sometime in the early 18th Century.

The grape most likely gets its name from the French words sauvage (wild) and blanc (white) due to its early origins as an indigenous grape in south west France.

Sauvignon Blanc is usually made as a dry, still white wine but some producers make sparkling wine with it to leave a touch of sugar for richness.

Tasting notes

Crisp and aromatic, with grassy notes, and plenty of citrus flavours.

Sugar level

This classic white wine has the lowest sugar level of all the dry white wines. It comes in at around 3.75g of sugar per bottle and 0.75g of sugar per glass.

Serving suggestion

Its best served cold. Ideal for informal gatherings like light luncheons and brunch get togethers.

Food pairing

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most food-friendly white wines. It pairs well with seafood, chicken, green vegetables, and herb-forward sauces like pesto, chimichurri, and mojo sauce.

How long can you keep Sauvignon Blanc? 18 months to 2 years. However, once opened, consume within 5 to 7 days as long as the wine is stored in the fridge with the cork in.

Tasting Notes: Generous aromas of green fruit like Granny Smith apples interplay with white fruits such as Asian pears and white peaches in a perfect fruit-acid balance. It introduces a fresh lemongrass mouthfeel with subtle minerality rounded off by a soft creaminess in the long finish due to extended lees contact.

Available at: www.lanzerac.co.za

Cellar Price: R99