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Chardonnay vs Sauvignon Blanc

Chardonnay vs Pinot Grigio vs Sauvignon Blanc: Finding the Best White Wine for You

By Averi Melcher / January 24, 2021 / Comments Off on Chardonnay vs Pinot Grigio vs Sauvignon Blanc: Finding the Best White Wine for You

Do you know the difference between Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc? 

How about what makes oaked wine taste different from unoaked wine? 

Do either of these questions feel like reading a foreign language? 

It will all make sense with this short read. It can be difficult to pick out the nuances between different white wine varieties and to understand the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) differences between them.

Whether you’re new to the world of wine, or an enthusiast expanding your knowledge,…

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Is Sauvignon Blanc Sweet? Unpacking This Diverse White Wine 

By Averi Melcher / January 3, 2021 / Comments Off on Is Sauvignon Blanc Sweet? Unpacking This Diverse White Wine 

Everyone has different wine preferences. Some people like their wine bone dry, and others like a luscious sweetness to their drink. While trying to track down the perfect white wine, you may find yourself wondering: “Is Sauvignon Blanc sweet?” We’re here to offer an answer. 

Whether you like sweet white wine, semi-sweet white wine, or completely dry white wine, there is a Sauvignon Blanc for you. While traditionally dry, Sauvignon Blanc wine can be created with a whole range of sweetness.…

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The Wine Lover’s Guide to Sauvignon Blanc Wine: Tasting Notes, Calories, Pairings and More 

By Lenzil Hoaglund / December 28, 2020 / Comments Off on The Wine Lover’s Guide to Sauvignon Blanc Wine: Tasting Notes, Calories, Pairings and More 

When it comes to a refreshing glass of white wine, Sauvignon Blanc simply can’t be beat. Sauvignon Blanc wine is one of the most popular white wines in the USA for a reason. One can compare Pinot Grigio vs. Sauvignon Blanc. But, Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, fruity, complex, affordable, easy to drink, and extremely versatile in food pairing. 

Where did Sauvignon Blanc come from, and what makes it so distinct? Does Sauvignon Blancs taste different depending on where they are made?…

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Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Little Sister – Wine Story

By Ross Halleck / August 13, 2020 / Comments Off on Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Little Sister – Wine Story

The grapes for our Little Sister Sauvignon Blanc are sourced from “Patient Terrier” Vineyard named in homage to the faithful companion of its owner, Greg Conklin.

Rather than “Patient Terrier,” we chose to name the wine for a family story.

In 2002, we were judged #1 Pinot Noir in the United States for the first crop from Halleck Vineyard Estate, harvested in 2001. This gave us the street cred to make any wine we chose.…

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