A benchmark example of Australian Sauvignon Blanc, Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2025 comes from the cool climate Adelaide Hills, a region renowned for producing vibrant, aromatic white wines. Established in 1989 by cousins, Martin Shaw and Michael Hill Smith MW, Shaw + Smith has built a reputation for precision and elegance, and this vintage is no exception.
Halliday Wine Companion - 93 Points
Perhaps one of Australia's most recognisable white wines, or at least one that delivers reliable quality and drinkability each year. It's charming in its glide and gloss to texture, a little bite of freshness through the finish. The perfume and palate match well in green pear, light passionfruit and guava notes, pretty citrus lift and a faint riff of green herbs. A good intensity and concentration of flavour. It's pretty and pitch perfect; nails the variety and has a sense of upfront charm. Mike Bennie
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale straw with a subtle green hue.
Aroma: Bursting with passionfruit, fresh lime, and guava, underscored by delicate herbal notes.
Palate: Crisp and lively with citrus zest, tropical fruit, and a hint of minerality. The bright acidity delivers a refreshing, mouth-watering finish.
Region: Adelaide Hills, South AustraliaVariety: Sauvignon BlancAlcohol: ~12% ABVStyle: Fresh, vibrant, and aromaticPairing: Ideal with fresh seafood, goat’s cheese salads, sushi, or light Asian-inspired dishes.
Why We Love It:Shaw + Smith consistently crafts one of Australia’s most sought-after Sauvignon Blancs – a wine that’s as perfect for summer afternoons as it is for elegant dinner parties. The 2025 vintage captures pristine fruit character and balance, making it a must-have for lovers of zesty, modern whites.