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How do you spell Sauvignon?

Correct spelling

sauvignon

Remember 'savage' (sauvage) wine: SAUVignon with AU like 'sausage'

Why is sauvignon spelled this way?

From French sauvage, wild. SAUVIGNON. The French 'au' and 'ignon' combinations are foreign to English spellers. Not 'savignon' or 'sauvingon'. The au is crucial.

Common misspellings of sauvignon

savignonsauvingonsovignonsauvegnon

Example

The sommelier recommended a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell sauvignon?+
The correct spelling is "sauvignon". Remember 'savage' (sauvage) wine: SAUVignon with AU like 'sausage'
Is it savignon or sauvignon?+
The correct spelling is "sauvignon", not "savignon".

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