Calvet is a venerable French négociant company that focuses on Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc. Zingy citrus aromas and flavors dominate here, but hints of pineapple and peach add further dimension to the flavors. Sauvignon Blanc’s natural acidity is persistent in this wine, which makes it an excellent choice to pair with oysters and other shellfish, and with its generous fruity-to-tart ratio it’s also a good partner for densely textured vegetarian dishes such as beans and grains.
Calvet, Bordeaux (France) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
By Marguerite Thomas