Sauvignon Blanc (Sancerre) Flashcards
1
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Visual:
A
Pale straw w/ hints of green,
M concentration
2
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Intensity
A
M to M+ intensity of aromas
3
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Fruit
A
Tart citrus [grapefruit, lemon, lime], Tart tree fruit [green apple, green pear], Gooseberry, Underripe stone fruit [white peach], Slight tropical fruit [kiwi, passion fruit]
4
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Floral
A
Faint white flowers,
Citrus blossoms
5
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Herbal/Green/Pyrazine
A
Cut grass, Green bell pepper, Blackcurrant bud, Box tree, Nettles, Tarragon
6
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Earth
A
H minerality,
Wet stones,
Chalk,
Crushed rocks
7
Q
Aromas & Flavors: Oak
A
None or neutral oak casks
8
Q
Structure:
A
Dry,
M body,
H acidity,
M to M+ alcohol