Shaw and Smith Sauvignon Blanc

2023 | Adelaide Hills | Sauvignon Blanc

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2023 is the 34th vintage that Shaw + Smith has made. It has become known as a benchmark for Adelaide Hills, and Australian, Sauvignon Blanc. 

The cool season gave flavours in the lemon, lime, and pink grapefruit spectrum, with a touch extra energy and acidity adding to the freshness. A classic expression of a cooler year.

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2023 is the 34th vintage that Shaw + Smith has made. It has become known as a benchmark for Adelaide Hills, and Austr...
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The image displays a bottle of Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc from Adelaide Hills, with the vintage year of 2023. The label is clean and modern, featuring the winery's name prominently in black lettering against a silver-grey background. The words "Sauvignon Blanc" appear below the brand name, indicating the type of wine, with the origin "Adelaide Hills" and the vintage "2023" listed at the bottom.

It has become known as a benchmark for Australian Sauvignon Blanc.

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Winemaker's Notes

Style: The cool season gave us flavours in the lemon, lime, and pink grapefruit spectrum, with a touch extra energy and acidity adding to the freshness. A classic expression of a cooler year.

Season: Our third La Niña influenced season in a row, 2023 was late, cool and wet. The result was the latest to ripen vintage that we’ve experienced, excellent acidity and lovely cool season flavours.The rainfall, coupled with slow ripening, posed some challenges, and it was a real year for the vigneron. Great attention to detail was needed to keep mildew and botrytis at bay, but the payoff was some terrific fruit, when it was finally ready to pick.

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: 2023 is the 34th vintage that Shaw + Smith has made. It has become known as a benchmark for
Adelaide Hills, and Australian, Sauvignon Blanc.

Technical Info

Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Adelaide Hills | South Australia | Australia
Size: 750mL
Alcohol Volume: 12.0%
Standard Drinks: 7.1
CONTAINS MINIMAL SULPHUR DIOXIDE ADDED
WINE OF AUSTRALIA

Cellaring Recommendations

Cellar potential: Best enjoyed within 18 months of bottling.

Shaw and Smith Sauvignon Blanc

Adelaide Hills

About the Winery: Shaw + Smith

Founded in 1989 by cousins Michael Hill Smith and Martin Shaw, Shaw and Smith has quickly become one of the most respected names in Australian winemaking. Located in the cool-climate region of Adelaide Hills, South Australia, the winery is known for producing wines of exceptional quality and purity. Shaw and Smith's philosophy is to craft wines that are a true reflection of their site and varietal expression. They specialise in Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz, all of which have garnered international acclaim for their elegance and depth of flavour.

Shaw and Smith’s Sauvignon Blanc is particularly iconic, setting the standard for this varietal in Australia and being a benchmark wine for the region. The winery is known for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, with a strong focus on organic practices and minimal intervention winemaking. This dedication to sustainability ensures the health of their vineyards and the continued production of high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of Adelaide Hills. Over the years, Shaw and Smith has built a reputation for meticulous vineyard management and precision in the winery, resulting in wines that are balanced, refined, and expressive of the region’s cool climate.

About the Wine Region: Adelaide Hills

The Adelaide Hills is one of Australia’s most renowned cool-climate wine regions, situated within the Mount Lofty Ranges, just east of Adelaide. The region’s high altitude, cool temperatures, and diverse soils provide ideal conditions for producing elegant and refined wines. The Adelaide Hills is best known for its Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz, with wines from this region celebrated for their vibrancy, structure, and complexity.

The region’s elevated vineyards benefit from cool breezes, which contribute to slower ripening and the development of complex flavours in the grapes. This climate also enhances the natural acidity of the wines, resulting in a crisp and refreshing profile that makes Adelaide Hills wines stand out on a global stage. Winemakers in the Adelaide Hills are known for their innovative approaches and commitment to sustainability, with many adopting organic and biodynamic practices. The region’s scenic beauty, with rolling hills and lush vineyards, further enhances its reputation as a premier destination for cool-climate wines.

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