
Savagnin
Learn about Savagnin — taste profile, popular regions and more …
An ancient variety originating from the sub-Alpine regions of NE France, Savagnin remains genetically valuable in the modern world of wine as a parent to many of the grape varieties we know today. If you’ve heard of it, you know it as responsible for two quirky styles from the Jura: Vin Jaune and Vin de Paille. Vin Jaune is a wine matured in barrel under a film of flor yeast and Vin de Paille is sweet and concentrated. Savagnin also makes a charming sparkling or still wine and is often found in blends with Chardonnay.
Tasting Notes for Savagnin
Savagnin wine can be dry, sweet or sparkling. The variety is pale-fleshed and generally makes a white wine ranging from light to deep gold in color. Citrus, green apple, quince marmalade, fragrant white flowers, almond, baking spice and white pepper are some common characteristics of Savagnin.
Perfect Food Pairings for Savagnin
Comté cheese, fondue, roasted root vegetables, toasted nuts or any cream-based dishes are natural pairings for Savagnin.
Sommelier Secrets for Savagnin
While Pinot is a parent of Savagnin, Savagnin is a parent to Chenin Blanc, Grüner Veltiner, Sauvignon Blanc, Silvaner and Trousseau.
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Domaine Henri Maire Arbois Vin Jaune (375ML half-bottle) 2012Savagnin from Jura, France
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Berthet-Bondet Cotes du Jura Savagnin Savagnier 2017Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Henri Maire Grand Mineral Cotes du Jura Savagnin 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Savagnin Puit Saint Pierre 2016Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Du Pelican Arbois Savagnin Ouille 2013Savagnin from Jura, France
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Berthet-Bondet Cotes du Jura Savagnin Savagnier 2014Savagnin from Jura, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Cotes du Jura Cuvee de Professeur Sous-Roche Savagnin 2015Savagnin from Jura, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Cotes du Jura Cuvee de Professeur Sous-Roche Savagnin 2017Savagnin from Jura, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Savagnin Puit Saint Pierre 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2015Savagnin from Jura, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Cotes du Jura Cuvee de Professeur Sous-Roche Savagnin 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2016Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Du Pelican Arbois Savagnin Ouille 2015Savagnin from Jura, France
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Berthet-Bondet Cotes du Jura Savagnin Savagnier 2016Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2014Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2013Savagnin from Burgundy, France
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Francois Rousset-Martin Cotes du Jura Cuvee de Professeur Sous-Roche Savagnin 2016Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Baud Generation 9 Vin Jaune 2013Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Du Pelican Arbois Savagnin Ouille 2017Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Du Pelican Arbois Savagnin Ouille 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Berthet-Bondet Cotes du Jura Savagnin Savagnier 2018Savagnin from Jura, France
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Domaine Du Pelican Arbois Savagnin Ouille 2016Savagnin from Jura, France
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Jean Rijckaert Cotes du Jura Les Sarres Savagnin 2010Savagnin from Jura, France
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