Talking to people in the wine business, it is obvious that Sauvignon Blanc is THE fashionable grape variety of 2010! Typically dry, with good acidity and, depending on where it is grown, oozing with herbaceous and tropical fruit character (Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc) or showing elegant mineral character with some grassiness (Loire Valley).
Add an extra dimension to your Sauvignon enjoyment by drinking it with a simple goat’s cheese dish. My simple recipe is to take a slice of baguette, lightly toast it. Add a slice of chevre (widely available from your nearest cheese counter. Grill it carefully, so that it is just beginning to melt. Annoint with pesto and/or pine nuts. Serve with a light green salad and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.
Food & Wine matching tip: look at what the local foods are in the wine region. Loire valley, home of great Sauvignon Blanc, is also home to super goat’s cheese. A super combination! Enjoy.
