These are some of the properties and characteristics of the Sauvignon Blanc grape:
 
 • Performs well on medium–potential soil in the cooler climates
 • Ripens early mid season
 • Not very susceptible to downy or powdery mildew, is susceptible to botrytis, the noble rot, if there is a lot of moisture in the air at  harvesting time
 • Usually five lobed and the leaves are medium to small sized. The petioles are pale rose-coloured.
 • Berries are short, oval and small to medium-sized. The skins have a distinctive grassy and herbaceous aroma and are very juicy.

If someone gives you a glass of wine and asks you what wine it is, here are characteristics that will help you identify the varietal:

Freshly cut grass, asparagus, hay, straw, green pepper, fig leaves, gooseberries, flintiness.