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Alexander Wines is an independent, Glasgow-based fine wine merchant supplying wines from around the world to many of Scotland's best hotels and restaurants. Founded in 1981 by the proprietor, Fraser Alexander, the company has grown rapidly in recent years, currently employing a team of 12 full-time employees. Now in it's 30th year of trading, Alexander Wines is proud to be one of Scotlands' few independant wine merchants suppling quality wine the length and breadth of the country.

Wednesday 31 July 2013

Sauvignon Blanc and more......

With Sauvignon Blanc being our top selling variety, we thought we would introduce you to some other grape varieties that might tick the box that you're looking for when picking out a bottle of wine.

Sauvignon Blanc, from all over the world, has fresh, light, aromatic and juicy flavours ranging from the zesty gooseberry/ herbaceous/ grassy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to the flinty/ fresh/ minerally Sancerre from the Loire, France. So here are a few alternatives that might tickle your tastebuds.......

Cortese is a wonderful variety that has seen a great increase in popularity, mainly from this being used to create the tantalising Gavi from Piemonte, Italy. Bursting with lean flavours of limes, grapefruit and crisp green apples this is a great alternative to those who love a zesty New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.

Torrontes from Argentina may not be the first variety that springs to mind when making a recommendation for someone who loves Sauvignon Blanc, but for those who love something a bit quirky and different this is a great alternative. Full of aromatic ripe honeyed citrus and tropical fruits with a light floral touch, the Argetinians have a beautiful variety to rival the trusty Sauvignon Blanc.

Verdejo is sometimes referred to as the Spanish Sauvignon Blanc, and rightly so. This variety has all the delicious light flavours of tropical guava, limes and grapefruit but without the grassy herbaceous notes that Sauvignon Blanc can have. Grown mostly in the Rueda region, this variety is able to withstand the hot temperatures without losing its freshness.

So why not try something a little bit different, as they do say 'variety is the spice of life' and a new grape variety is a great way to start.