Sauvignon Blanc: Noble White Variety 
Sauvignon Blanc is one of the oldest cultivated grape varieties, and today it is the world’s second most popular white grape variety, after Chardonnay. The wine it produces is light, refreshing, and naturally high in acidity, with a distinctive and instantly recognizable aroma: a whole bouquet of green notes—green bell pepper, gooseberry, blackcurrant leaves, freshly cut grass—along with tropical fruit and white flowers. Sauvignon Blanc is generally meant to be drunk young, and with relatively few exceptions, aging does it no favors. The wines are usually dry, although Sauvignon Blanc is also an important component of the famous sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac.
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Melon de Bourgogne and its Avatar Muscadet 
Melon de Bourgogne is an ancient Burgundy variety that fell out of favor in its homeland but found a deserving new home in the neighboring Loire Valley. Loire winemakers produce pure varietal wine from Melon de Bourgogne, known as Muscadet. Under this name, the grape is well-known among modern wine lovers.
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Rain Dance Winery 
Last November, my friend took me to her favourite Oregon winery Raine Dance. It is a small winery located among its own vineyards in Chehalem Mountains AVA. Cozy tasting room and the personnel are ready for a nice talk about wine. Riesling was good; Chardonnay didn’t impress me, too oaky, but lovers of American-style Chardonnay should appreciate it. The main variety, as among most Oregon wineries, is Pinot noir. They offer three different cuvees. Good Oregon Pinot noir. Prices are not low, which is typical for Oregon, from 20 to 60 dollars.
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Pinot Noir. Red grape – red, white, and rose wine 
Pinot Noir is one of the most popular red grape varieties in the world. Pinot Noir is a delicate and finicky grape, requiring special care and attention from winemakers. However, the effort pays off a hundredfold, as it produces remarkable wines. Pinot Noir is also unique in that it can yield red, white, or even rosé wine with equal distinction.
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