Savoie is a white wine from Savoie in the French Alps.
It is typically made from the grapes Jacquère (50%), Altesse, and Chasselas.
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Citrus, Pear, and White Peach are typical flavors for Savoie
Notes of by Herbs, Flowers, and Flinty Minerals.
Savoie wines are dry and acidic:
SUGAR | Dry | ||
BODY | Light | ||
FRUIT | Low | ||
ACIDITY | High | ||
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Savoie pairs well with seafood and appetizers.
Savoie is also an excellent Aperitif.
Excellent pairings:
Light Appetizers. Fried Crust.
Seafood. Clams. Mussels.
White Fish. Lake Fish. River Fish. Trout.
BBQ Eggplant. Hummus. BLT Sandwich. Caprese Salat.
Cheese:
Yellow Cheese. Soufflé. Cheese Fondue.
Raclette. Beaufort. Comté. Gruyère.
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for a dry white wine.
It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.
A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold.
Remember to hold the glass by the stem!
Savoie is a wine region in the French alps, south of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman).
Altesse (aka Roussette) produces the finest white wines in Savoie, while Jacquère is the most planted grape. These are the appellations in Savoie:
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