In Modern Mississauga on May 1, Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake promoted May 3 as International Sauvignon Blanc day. Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most widely planted grape varietals in the world due to its incredible adaptability and versatility, producing a wide range of tasting wines, from dry and crisp to smooth and sweet.
The article promotes NOTL producers who’ve mastered this popular variety, in part because of cooler and therefore optimal climate of the green-skinned grapes. NOTL variety’s have higher acidity that makes it pair well with salads, green vegetables, seafood dishes and soft cheeses.
Niagara College Teaching Winery, 2017 Les Marmitons Gastronomy Fume Blanc is listed among seven wines to try in celebration of International Sauvignon Blanc day. It is described as, “Barrel fermented and aged on lees for seven months. The nose shows ripe citrus and tropical fruit notes with undertones of cut grass, flint, clove and smoke. The palate offers fruit and spice flavours with a round mouthfeel and lingering, dry finish.”
