Lively,

       fresh,

aromatic.

Benchmark Australian Sauvignon Blanc

Best drinking within two years
Ideal serving temperature: 6-8°C
Produced using sustainable practices
A great aperitif or serve with seafood

Tasting notes

Vintage Guide

Reviews

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Notes

Style

Low yields meant the vines put their energy into a smaller crop, giving us intense flavours with striking natural acidity. There is concentration and texture on the mid-palate with flavours of Tahitian lime, florals and a touch of nettle. Fresh, bright and expressive.

Season

Cool and wet conditions during flowering interrupted berry set, resulting in smaller, lighter bunches for early budding varieties like Sauvignon Blanc. The remainder of the season was mostly mild and dry, with a few well-timed rain events supporting vine growth and health. The result was low yields, high acidity and great flavour.

Source

From our estate vineyards at Balhannah and Lenswood, complemented by fruit from a small number of highly valued growers.

Vinification

Carefully pressed grapes were fermented at cool temperatures, and protected from oxygen throughout. Some time in tank on yeast lees followed, helping to build palate texture and complexity.

Background

2024 is the 35th vintage that Shaw + Smith has made. It has become known as a benchmark for Adelaide Hills, and Australian, Sauvignon Blanc.

Serve

A great aperitif or serve with seafood. Ideal temperature is 6-8°C.

Cellar Potential

Best drunk within 18 months of bottling.

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Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc

750ml / 2024

Half Bottle / 2024 Magnum / 2024