Winery MenadeSaxum Sauvignon Blanc
White wine
In the mouth this white wine is a with a nice freshness.
This wine generally goes well with vegetarian, shellfish or goat cheese.
The Saxum Sauvignon Blanc of the Winery Menade is in the top 60 of wines of Rueda.
Taste structure of the Saxum Sauvignon Blanc from the Winery Menade
Light | Bold | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Saxum Sauvignon Blanc of Winery Menade in the region of Castille-et-Léon is a with a nice freshness.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Saxum Sauvignon Blanc of Winery Menade in the region of Castille-et-Léon often reveals types of flavors of vegetal, citrus fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Saxum Sauvignon Blanc
Pairings that work perfectly with Saxum Sauvignon Blanc
Original food and wine pairings with Saxum Sauvignon Blanc
The Saxum Sauvignon Blanc of Winery Menade matches generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or goat cheese such as recipes of seafood and mushroom quiche, goat cheese and bacon quiche or pan-fried courgette, tomatoes and goat's cheese.
Details and technical informations about Winery Menade's Saxum Sauvignon Blanc.
Discover the grape variety: Tourbat
The Tourbat grape variety is found particularly in Sardinia. It is probably of Catalan origin and is grown on an area of 25 hectares. It is also known by other names such as torbato, caninu or malvoise du Roussillon, and develops perfectly in hot, dry soil. It is noticeable for its drooping habit. Its lobed leaves have short teeth. The bunches, sometimes winged, are of medium size. They can weigh up to 347 gr. The berries, a little ellipsoid, are rather of a medium size. The flesh is juicy and covered with a rather thick skin, which takes on an amber-pink colour when they are ripe. A wine of medium acidity and high quality comes from this variety. When young, the wine gives off an aroma of ripe apples and when aged, it gives off a scent of honey and cooked fruits.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Saxum Sauvignon Blanc from Winery Menade are 2019, 2018, 2017, 2013 and 2008.
Informations about the Winery Menade
The Winery Menade is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 36 wines for sale in the of Rueda to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Rueda
The wine region of Rueda is located in the region of Castille-et-Léon of Spain. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Belondrade or the Domaine Ordóñez produce mainly wines white, sweet and red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Rueda are Verdejo, Tempranillo and Albarino, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Rueda often reveals types of flavors of grapefruit, balsamic or sage and sometimes also flavors of chalk, mint or tomatoes.
The wine region of Castille-et-Léon
Located in the northern half of the Central Iberian plateau, Castilla y León is the largest of Spain's 17 administrative regions, covering about one-fifth of the country's total area. It extends about 350 kilometres (220 miles) from central Spain to the northern coast. Just as wide, it connects the Rioja wine region to the Portuguese border. Red wines reign supreme in Castilla y León, and the Tempranillo grape is undoubtedly the king.
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The word of the wine: Thick
Said of a heavy, pasty wine lacking in finesse.
