2024 Traversa Sauvignon Blanc ($16)

Uruguayan wines have unique qualities given the country’s geographical location, climate, and soil diversity. Located between parallels 30° and 35° (south latitude), the clear, positive influence of the sea moderates the temperatures during the hottest months of the year, granting Uruguayan wines with a particularly fresh touch.

It was 1904 when Carlos Domingo Traversa and his parents arrived in Uruguay. The son of Italian immigrants, he spent his youth as a vineyard worker and in 1937, together with his wife, María Josefa Salort, he was able to purchase 5 hectares (12 acres) of land in Montevideo, in a region providing optimum conditions for growing vines. In 1956, he founded the winery aided by his children Dante, Luis, and Armando. They, along with his grandchildren, proudly keep his dream alive today.

The vineyards for these Sauvignon Blanc grapes are located in Montevideo, South of Uruguay, just 15 km away from sea. This wine comes from 20 year-old vines.

This Familia Traversa Sauvignon Blanc is produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes that are pressed, and the resulting must is transported into stainless-steel tanks for the entire fermentation process that uses two types of selected yeasts. (ABV: 13.5%)

This Sauvignon Blanc is light gold in color with aromas of pineapple, green apple, lime and herbal notes. On the palate, it has bright citrus flavors, moderate acidity, some minerality and finishes light and refreshing.

This Familia Traversa Sauvignon Blanc from Uruguay is very enjoyable and affordable thus making it a great fit as this week’s Behind the Cork™ Wine of the Week. Cheers!

Disclosure of Wine Sample Submission: I received this sample at no cost for review. The opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Media Sample Provided by Familia Traversa Winery