Sauvignon Blanc, loosely translated from French, means white savage, as in wild and untamed. This reflects on the vigorous plant itself, which, left unchecked in the vineyard, will grow ferociously. Sauvignon Blanc is native to France, and the most notable producers are in The...
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The unique flavors of wine, Les saveurs uniques du vin
All wines have color, and acid and fruit sugar are converted to alcohol through fermentation. What, then, makes the taste and smell of wine different from one to the other? Flavor Compounds. Yes, flavor compounds unique to each subspecies or type of grape occur...