Herb or Spice
Sorrel
About This Entry
Sorrel contributes sharp lemony acidity to French sauces, soups, and spring salads — its bright sour leaf character pairs with Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, and dry Riesling.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Why These Wines Work
Sauvignon Blanc — Sorrel sharp lemon-herb acidity suits Sauvignon Blanc in sauce and spring salad accent.
Common Culinary Uses
- salmon fillet
At a Glance
Group
Fresh Herbs
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Usage intensity
accent
Scientific name
Rumex acetosa
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Sorrel
- Classification
- Herbs & Spices
- Group
- Fresh Herbs
- Scientific name
- Rumex acetosa
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- accent