See the top 7 best Sauvignon Blancs from across New Zealand. Each wine is a Gold winner and, at under $25, there's no reason not give them all a try!
New Zealand is home to some of the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc. Aromatic, filled with intense capsicum and passionfruit flavours, and plenty of fresh, zesty acidity, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is a deliciously versatile white wine.
Enjoy one of our best Sauvignon Blanc wines with these food pairings:
With its punchy and upfront flavours with zesty mouthfeel, Sauvignon loves seafood of all kinds, especially mussel fritters, sashimi, smoked salmon and barbeque prawns. The wine can also handle mild spicy food with ease, such as Thai yellow and green curries. The classic Caprese salad of tomato, basil and mozzarella is a must-try with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
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Triplebank Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: The Champion Sauvignon Blanc with pristine fruit, intense flavours and great length.
Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: "“Classic” and expressive with crunchy ripe fruit and exquisite balance."
Summerhouse Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: Upfront and lively, with universal appeal.
The Hunting Lodge Expressions Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: Lovely fresh flavours with oyster shell minerality.
Vicar's Choice Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Style: Dry White Wine
Price: Under $25
Key notes: Punchy, crunchy and refreshing with great citrus and tropical flavours.
Selaks Taste Collection Tropical Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: Tropical, punchy and bright with guava and apple flavours.
Esk Valley Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2023
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Price: Under $25
Key notes: A classic drop with lovely fruit flavours and a zingy finish.
Super Sauvignon Blanc
Heading to a summer BBQ or a slightly more formal get-together? Choosing a Sauvignon Blanc with a gold medal on the label tells you you’re picking an incredible wine.
The New World Wine Awards can help you find tasty examples of varieties you know and love, or give you confidence to try a different top drop.
Want to find more award-winning wines for under $25 a bottle? Take a look at our pick of the best New Zealand wines of 2024. Or, use our wine finder tool to search for a wine that takes your fancy.
Ready to try some award-winning New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc? All of our Gold medal-winners are available online now from your local New World.
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