Guide

Wines Like Sauvignon Blanc — Similar Styles Ranked

These options share enough structural and flavour characteristics with sauvignon-blanc to serve as useful alternatives or starting points. The ranking is based on profile similarity from the WhatDrink database.

10 styles ranked by structured-profile similarity to Sauvignon Blanc, using the WhatDrink style database.

Vermentino
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12.5% ABVBody: Light-MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Vermentino is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Airen
Ranks as a close match based on similar body, similar sweetness, similar acidity to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12.5% ABVBody: LightSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Airen is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Muscadet (Melon de Bourgogne)
Ranks as a close match based on similar body, similar sweetness, similar acidity to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12.5% ABVBody: LightSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Muscadet (Melon de Bourgogne) is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Trebbiano (Ugni Blanc)
Ranks as a close match based on similar body, similar sweetness, similar acidity to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12.5% ABVBody: LightSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Trebbiano (Ugni Blanc) is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Sylvaner
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12.5% ABVBody: Light-MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Sylvaner is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Seyval Blanc
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–12% ABVBody: Light-MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
Seyval Blanc is a crisp, dry white wine with citrus and green apple flavors and a clean mineral finish, ideal with seafood or light dishes.
Champagne
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–13% ABVBody: MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
A sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France, made using a specific method of secondary fermentation in the bottle.
Cava
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–13% ABVBody: MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
A Spanish sparkling wine, made using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle.
Cremant
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–13% ABVBody: MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
A French sparkling wine made in regions outside of Champagne, using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle.
Franciacorta
Ranks as a close match based on similar sweetness, similar acidity, similar tannin to Sauvignon Blanc.
10–13% ABVBody: MediumSweetness: DryAcidity: medium-highTannin: LowColour: White
An Italian sparkling wine from the Franciacorta region, made using the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle.

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Frequently asked questions

What is sauvignon blanc?: Sauvignon blanc is a wine style with a specific flavor profile and production character. If you already enjoy sauvignon blanc, the alternatives on this page share key sensory attributes from WhatDrink data.
What does sauvignon blanc taste like?: Sauvignon blanc has a recognisable flavor defined by its ingredients and production method. The sensory profile on the page shows its dimensions relative to similar styles.
Why would I want an alternative to sauvignon blanc?: Common reasons include regional availability, wanting to explore the broader style category, preference for slightly different flavor balance, or price point. The alternatives here share enough attributes to appeal to fans of sauvignon blanc.
How similar are these styles to sauvignon blanc?: Similarity is scored on shared sensory attributes — body, sweetness, bitterness, acidity — from WhatDrink style data. Styles at the top share the most overlap. Individual taste will affect how similar they feel in practice.
How many alternatives are on this page?: The count is shown above. All are drawn from WhatDrink's style database.
What foods pair well with styles like sauvignon blanc?: Food pairings for each alternative are listed on their individual style pages. Styles similar to sauvignon blanc tend to suit similar food pairings, though there will be variation.
Are these styles easy to find?: Availability varies by region and retailer. The style names on this page are the standard industry terms — use them to search your local bottle shop, bar, or online retailer.