Wines made from Sauvignon grapes of Menfi
Discover the best wines made with Sauvignon as a single variety or as a blend of Menfi.
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 Sicily
DOC in south-western Sicily (Agrigento, ~280 ha) between limestone hills and the Mediterranean Sea, generous sunshine. Nero d'Avola and Syrah are the signature reds: full-bodied and sun-drenched with intense black cherry, blackberry, plum, gentle spices and a hint of tobacco, round tannins. Grillo, Grecanico and Chardonnay as fresh aromatic whites with citrus, white flowers and a saline maritime touch, ideal with seafood. Mandrarossa as flagship.
What are the typical flavors of the Sauvignon grape variety?
- PineapplePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- CreamPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- Green applePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- LimePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- VanillaPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- LemonPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
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- ChocolatePresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- White peachPresent in 1% of Sauvignon