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white Wine

Sauvignon Blanc

A zesty, refreshing white wine with bright acidity and herbaceous notes. Perfect for summer.

Flavor Profile

Grapefruit, lime, grass, green bell pepper, gooseberry

Body & Sweetness

light body, dry

Key Regions

Loire Valley, New Zealand, California, South Africa

Serving Temperature

45-50°F (7-10°C)

Best Foods to Pair with Sauvignon Blanc

These dishes complement the grapefruit notes of Sauvignon Blanc.

poultry

Grilled Chicken

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Grilled chicken breast, thighs, or kebabs with various marinades.

💡 Lighter preparations call for lighter wines. Lemon-herb chicken loves Sauvignon Blanc.

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Seared ahi tuna, tuna steaks, and grilled tuna.

💡 Seared tuna's meaty texture can handle light reds. Rosé is a safe, delicious choice.

seafood

White Fish

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Mild white fish including cod, halibut, sea bass, tilapia, and sole.

💡 Light fish needs light wine. Sauvignon Blanc's acidity brightens delicate fish.

seafood

Shrimp

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Grilled shrimp, shrimp scampi, coconut shrimp, and shrimp cocktail.

💡 Garlic shrimp loves Sauvignon Blanc. Fried shrimp pairs surprisingly well with Champagne.

seafood

Lobster

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Steamed lobster, lobster tail, lobster thermidor, and lobster rolls.

💡 Rich lobster deserves rich Chardonnay. With butter, go oaky; for lobster salad, try unoaked.

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Crab legs, crab cakes, soft shell crab, and Dungeness crab.

💡 Crab cakes pair well with Chardonnay. Crab with Old Bay seasoning loves crisp whites.

seafood

Oysters

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Raw oysters, grilled oysters, and oysters Rockefeller.

💡 The classic pairing is Champagne or Chablis. The high acidity and minerality complement briny oysters.

pasta

Light Pasta

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Pasta primavera, aglio e olio, and light olive oil-based pasta.

💡 Light pasta needs light wine. Prosecco is wonderfully refreshing with simple pasta dishes.

cheese

Goat Cheese

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Fresh chèvre, aged goat cheese, and goat cheese salads.

💡 The tangy nature of goat cheese pairs perfectly with the herbaceous notes of Sauvignon Blanc.

vegetables

Grilled Vegetables

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Grilled zucchini, peppers, eggplant, asparagus, and vegetable kebabs.

💡 The char on grilled vegetables pairs well with rosé. Asparagus needs high-acid whites.

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Green salads, Caesar salad, and grain bowls with vinaigrette dressing.

💡 Match the acidity of the dressing. Vinaigrette salads need high-acid wines like Sauvignon Blanc.

asian

Sushi & Sashimi

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Fresh sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and Japanese cuisine.

💡 Champagne's crisp acidity and bubbles cleanse the palate between bites. Sake also works!

asian

Thai Food

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Pad Thai, green curry, Tom Yum, and Thai street food.

💡 German Riesling (Spätlese) is the go-to for Thai food. The sweetness balances spice and aromatics.

mediterranean

Mediterranean Food

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Greek food, hummus, falafel, kebabs, and mezze platters.

💡 Rosé is perfect for Mediterranean cuisine. Its versatility handles the variety of mezze.

other

Fried Foods

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Fried chicken, fish and chips, tempura, and other fried dishes.

💡 Bubbles cut through grease! Champagne with fried chicken is an underrated combo.

other

Appetizers & Hors d'oeuvres

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Party appetizers, canapés, and finger foods.

💡 Sparkling wines are perfect party starters. They pair with almost any appetizer.

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