Sauvignon
 Sauvignon
is the white type of vine coming originally from the Loire valley region. Sauvignon can be vinified alone to produce dry white wines but is often combined with
Semillon and sometimes
Muscadelle to give the
sweet wines of
Entre-Deux-Mers as well as the famous wines of
Sauternes
Barsac.
Blending Sauvignon Blanc with
Sémillon is a common practice that can add
richness and an extra element of figs to the aroma, softening the distinctive abrasive Sauvignon Blanc character. Sauvignon Blanc adds the missing
acidity and aroma while
Sémillon tempers Sauvignon Blanc's tendency toward grassiness. The
varietal identity of Sauvignon Blanc is typically closer to grass, bell pepper, or grapefruit in nature. Sauvignon is widespread in many countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and Chile or in the United States.
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