"As one of the more popular white wine grapes, sauvignon blanc is grown worldwide, spanning plenty of terroirs. Its origins trace back to the Loire Valley in France in the 1500s, though it has since moved abroad - currently, ¾ of the plantings are found in France, the U.S., and New Zealand. The latter is especially well known for its sauvignon blanc, which makes up more than 70% of the country's vineyards."
"Sauvignon blanc was the first grape variety I could easily identify, and my go-to choice at the start of my wine journey. Over the years, my studies as a Certified Specialist of Wine, as well as my harvest, cellar, and wine travel experiences, have expanded my repertoire considerably. As much as you might love sauvignon blanc too, if you're looking to discover similar varieties, these offer overlapping characteristics."
Sauvignon blanc originated in the Loire Valley in the 1500s and now grows worldwide across varied terroirs. About three-quarters of global plantings are in France, the United States, and New Zealand, with New Zealand's plantings exceeding 70% of that country's vineyards. Additional plantings occur in South Africa, Chile, Italy, and Argentina, producing many styles. Wine styles range from grassy, herbaceous expressions to tropical-fruited or mineral-driven citrus profiles, all showing bright acidity that pairs well with food. Grillo is a Sicilian white grape used for Marsala and table wines, primarily grown in Sicily and Puglia, and descended from Muscat of Alexandria.
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