Sauvignon Blanc Flashcards
1
Q
Area of Bordeaux vineyard planted with Sauvignon Blanc
A
4.500ha
(4,1% of total 108,000 hectares planted)
2
Q
Sauvignon Blanc contribution in Bordeaux wine
A
- grassy and gooseberry fruit and
- high acidity
to dry white blends and to sweet botrytis-affected wines
3
Q
Sauvignon Blanc trend in Bordeaux
A
Because of the worldwide popularity of the variety, increasing amounts of dominantly
or single-variety dry Sauvignon Blanc white wines are being made.