Which white grape is commonly described as light to medium-bodied with bright acidity and styles ranging from citrus to herbaceous?

• A. Gewurztraminer
• B. Chardonnay
• C. Pinot Noir
• D. Sauvignon Blanc

Answer: (D)

The statement is about a white grape known for bright acidity, a light to medium body, and flavors that range from citrus to herbaceous. Sauvignon Blanc fits this perfectly: its high acidity keeps the wine crisp, its body is generally light to medium, and its flavor spectrum often spans citrus fruits like lemon or grapefruit and green, herbaceous notes such as cut grass or green herbs.

Gewurztraminer tends to be highly aromatic and can be off-dry with flavors like lychee, rose, and spice, not the citrus-herbaceous crisp profile described. Chardonnay varies a lot in body and can be oaked and buttery, or lean and unoaked, but it’s not the hallmark for bright herbaceous citrus notes. Pinot Noir is a red grape, so it doesn’t apply to a white-wine description.