Sauvignon Blanc when it’s good is one of the easiest, least complicated wines to enjoy. It's the light-lager of wine. In its prime, it's slightly effervescent, with notes of peach, cut grass, granny smith; and even green olive, saline, and pine nut depending on where it’s from.

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