Wines made from Sauvignon grapes of Algarve
Discover the best wines made with Sauvignon as a single variety or as a blend of Algarve.
More informations about the variety Sauvignon
Sauvignon Gris is a grape variety that originated in France (South-West). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches and small grapes. Sauvignon Gris can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Burgundy, Jura, Beaujolais, Armagnac, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey.
More informations about the region of Algarve
Algarve ('the Algarve' to most English speakers) is the southernmost wine region of Portugal, and the far southwestern corner of the Iberian Peninsula. It is more widely known for its beaches and thriving tourist industry than its wines. Although a small quantity of fresh-styled white wines are made here, the wines of the Algarve are predominantly red, and made from classic Portuguese varieties like Castelão and Touriga Nacional, as well as more international varieties like Syrah. The region's wines are produced largely by a by a small number of upscale co-operatives, although the fashion for independent producers is catching on quickly.
What are the typical flavors of the Sauvignon grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 2% of Sauvignon
- EarthPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Sauvignon
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Sauvignon