Savagnin Blanc Selection
White wine grape variety
Also known as White Savagnin line
Savagnin Blanc Selection is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon peel, green apple, almond. Structure: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for lemon-almond profile with mineral tension.
- Check acidity as high with medium-plus body.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-almond savagnin cue
- High-acid textural white frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Jura · Savoie · Alsace
- Classic styles: Savagnin blanc line for high-acid still and oxidative-capable whites · Textural white with citrus-almond profile
Common questions
Is Savagnin Blanc Selection a red or white grape variety?
Savagnin Blanc Selection is a white wine grape variety.
What does Savagnin Blanc Selection smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Savagnin Blanc Selection include lemon peel, green apple and almond. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Savagnin Blanc Selection?
Documented tells for Savagnin Blanc Selection: Look for lemon-almond profile with mineral tension. and Check acidity as high with medium-plus body..
What is Savagnin Blanc Selection most often confused with in blind tasting?
Savagnin Blanc Selection is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Aligote. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Savagnin Blanc Selection grown?
Classic regions for Savagnin Blanc Selection include Jura, Savoie and Alsace.