Sauvignon Blanc Wine and Cheese Pairings

Pairing Cheese with Sauvignon Blanc - The Sauvignon Blanc grape has a broad range of goat's and sheep's milk cheese friends, while the bright acidity in most expressions of the grape clashes with blues. There are a few cow's milk cheeses that balance the grape, but they tend to be fairly acidic themselves with a bit of salt in the palette.

About Sauvignon Blanc - This crisp, highly acidic, and light-to-medium-bodied grape is recognizable for its prominent grassiness, herbaceous flavor and aroma. It is grown throughout the world in warmer climates such as California and New Zealand as well as in the Loire Valley and Bordeaux regions of France and Northeastern Italy. Depending on where the grape is grown, the flavors may be more fruity. Highly prized for its ability to grow in many regions, its versatility within age range, and its accessibility, Sauvignon Blanc creates a stellar wine on its own or, as is often the case, blended.