Wines made from Sauvignon grapes of Haute Loire
Discover the best wines made with Sauvignon as a single variety or as a blend of Haute Loire.
More informations about the variety Sauvignon
Rich, aromatic whites with a fuller mouth than Sauvignon Blanc and softer acidity, featuring aromas of yellow peach, melon, passion fruit, ripe citrus and delicate spicy notes. A grey-skinned mutation of Sauvignon Blanc, made as a rare single variety in Bordeaux (Pessac-Léognan, Graves), the Loire and Chile where it is experiencing a fine qualitative revival. Adds roundness to dry Bordeaux blends. French grape.
More informations about the region of Loire Valley
Auvergne vineyard on small altitude hillsides along the Allier and Loire, volcanic soils (basalt, granite). IGP Pays d'Urfé or Comtés Rhodaniens. Signature Gamay as red: fruity and fresh with red cherry, raspberry, redcurrant, violet and a volcanic mineral touch, fine tannins and refreshing palate. Fine Pinot Noir emerging.
What are the typical flavors of the Sauvignon grape variety?
- PineapplePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- Green applePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- LimePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- LemonPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- PearPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- MelonPresent in 1% of Sauvignon