Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine grape variety that is grown all around the world, but is particularly associated with the Loire Valley in France and Marlborough in New Zealand. It is known for its refreshing and crisp flavor profile, as well as its versatility in food pairings.

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Unwind with a refreshing Coastal Citrus Caipirinha recipe! This vibrant cocktail features cachaça, muddled kumquats, and a touch of lime for a taste of the tropics.

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Escape to paradise with the Catalina Island Cooler recipe! This tropical cocktail blends tequila, cactus juice (prickly pear!), and lime for a refreshing island getaway. Cool, tangy, and perfect for any occasion.

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Swordfish Tacos sizzle with sweet pineapple salsa & creamy cilantro! Dive into this easy #recipe for a taste of summer in every bite.

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Savor the flavors of fall with this Smoked Gouda & Apple Chutney Cheese Sandwich, a perfect blend of smoky cheese and sweet chutney.

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Experience the blend of rustic and gourmet with Burrata & Bacon with Marinated Escarole, featuring caramelized shallots.

Burrata & Bacon with Marinated Escarole

This recipe for Burrata & Coal-Fired Peppers is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. The smoky peppers pair perfectly with the rich and creamy burrata

Burrata & Coal-Fired Peppers

A simple and delicious salad made with earthy beets, crisp frisée lettuce, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Beet & Frisee Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette

Creamy burrata cheese topped with fresh citrus segments, a drizzle of hot honey, and a sprinkle of flaky salt. A simple but delicious appetizer or light meal.

Burrata with Citrus & Hot Honey

Succulent Dungeness crab meat tossed in creamy Bodega Bay sauce and wrapped in a warm tortilla. A quick and easy lunch or dinner that's perfect for any occasion.

Dungeness Crab Wrap with Bodega Bay Sauce

Creamy burrata and earthy broccoli florets tossed with al dente bucatini pasta for a quick and easy yet decadent weeknight meal.

Burrata & Broccoli Bucatini

A refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic Caesar salad, made with crisp endive leaves and a bright and herbaceous tarragon dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light lunch or summer dinner.

Endive Caesar Salad with Tarragon

A refreshing and flavorful hamachi crudo recipe topped with a bright and citrusy lemongrass and pear vinaigrette. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect for any occasion.

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Tuna Tataki Salad with Seven Grains and Carrot-Asian Pear Dressing. A healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make salad perfect for lunch or dinner.

Tuna Tataki Salad with Seven Grains and Carrot-Asian Pear Dressing

Recipe: Kale, Chicken & Soba Noodle Salad with Spicy Sesame Dressing. A delicious, easy-to-make meal packed with nutrients and flavor.

Kale, Chicken & Soba Noodle Salad with Spicy Sesame Dressing

This Peach & Burrata Salad recipe with Aged Balsamic & Basil Oil is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. Sweet and juicy peaches pair perfectly with creamy burrata cheese.

Peach & Burrata Salad with Aged Balsamic & Basil Oil

Cool off on a hot day with this refreshing Kiwi & Ginger Semi-Frozen Granita recipe. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, this delicious dessert is packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.

Kiwi & Ginger Semi-Frozen Granita

Recipe: Lemon & Rosemary Grilled Branzino with Fennel Salad - This easy and healthy grilled branzino recipe is perfect for a summer dinner party. The fish is seasoned with lemon, rosemary, and salt and pepper, and grilled to perfection.

Lemon & Rosemary Grilled Branzino with Fennel Salad

Scallop and mango tartare recipe: A refreshing and vibrant starter with spicy microgreens and wonton chips.

Scallop and Mango Tartare with Spicy Microgreens and Wonton Chips

This refreshing and flavorful fusion soup is perfect for a light lunch or summer dinner. Heirloom tomatoes, mint, and pistachios combine to create a unique and delicious dish.

Heirloom Tomato and Minted Pistachio Fusion Soup

Pan-seared red trout fillets served with a zesty mandarin and spiced hazelnut brown butter sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasion.

Red Trout with Zesty Mandarins and Spiced Hazelnut Brown Butter

This flavorful and easy-to-make cod recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. The achiote and miso marinade gives the cod a rich and complex flavor, while the pickled ginger slaw adds a refreshing and tangy counterpoint.

Achiote & Miso Marinated Cod with Pickled Ginger Slaw

This refreshing and flavorful Tangy Napa Cabbage Kimchi Slaw is a perfect side dish for any meal. With its crunchy cabbage, kimchi, and carrots, it's sure to please everyone at the table.

Tangy Napa Cabbage Kimchi Slaw

Endive, persimmon, and pecorino salad with balsamic glaze recipe: This refreshing and flavorful salad is perfect for a fall lunch or light dinner. Crisp endive leaves, sweet persimmons, salty pecorino cheese, and tangy balsamic glaze.

Endive, Persimmon, and Pecorino Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Recipe for Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Wings: These easy-to-make wings are perfect for a weeknight meal or a game day party.

Lemon-Rosemary Chicken Wings

Common Tasting Notes

citrus, lemon, grapefruit, grassy, herbaceous, green bell pepper, freshly cut grass, tropical fruit, pineapple, passionfruit, green apple, pear, mineral, flint, gooseberry, elderflower, honeydew melon, lime, peach, apricot

What does it pair with?

Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with a variety of foods, including seafood dishes like grilled shrimp or scallops, as well as salads and vegetable dishes. It also pairs well with cheese, especially goat cheese, and is a popular choice for sushi and other Japanese cuisine.

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