Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a distinguished white wine from the Adelaide Hills region in South Australia, produced by the renowned Shaw + Smith winery. Established in 1989, Shaw + Smith has become a benchmark for Australian Sauvignon Blanc, known for its vibrant expression and regional character.

The 2024 vintage marks the 35th release of this iconic wine. The growing season featured cool and wet conditions during flowering, leading to smaller, lighter bunches. The remainder of the season was mostly mild and dry, resulting in low yields with high acidity and concentrated flavours. The grapes were handpicked, cool-fermented in stainless steel, and matured on lees to enhance texture and complexity.

Appearance: Brilliant water-like colour with a faint greenish tinge around the edges.

Aroma: Intense passionfruit, green apple, and lime scents with a subtle herbaceous grassy overlay.

Taste: Scrumptious passionfruit, green apple, and lime fruit delivered with terrific concentration over a backdrop of delicate herbaceous grassy characters and a light minerality. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a long, moreish conclusion.

Finish: Dry with crisp acidity and a long, moreish conclusion.

Food Pairing: A great aperitif or serve with seafood. Ideal temperature is 6-8°C. Best drunk within 18 months of bottling.