A splendid example of what sparkling wine can be, when we look beyond the traditional mix of grapes. An exciting, deliciously fruit driven sparkling wine style that lets you enjoy the height of summer, whatever the season! Yellowglen has selected the finest harvests of Sauvignon Blanc, to fashion a wine that shows lifted herbaceous and lemongrass characters over a length of ripe tropicality. It's revitalizing and full of zest, Yellowglen delivers a freshness and charm which makes the perfect aperitif wine, it's also a match to modern, cosmopolitan faire.

The folks at [yellow tail] believe that great wine should also be great fun to drink, they know that crafting wines, which are perfect for today's contemporary lifetyles, mean a break with the traditions and a rewriting of old rules. They take Sauvignon Blanc very seriously indeed, and have taken a trip across the Tasman to appropriate parcels of Marlborough grapes which bring distinctive vitality and zing. Drink [yellow tail], enjoy it, share it, swill it. And, while it is seriously good wine, don't get too serious about it.

Once in a rare while, the invigorating climes of Awatere Valley, enthuse a choice planting of vine, to yield a vintage which redefines a new measure of excellence in the world of Marborough Sauvignon Blanc. The Seaview property is New Zealand's most coastal vineyard, a magical place where the obstinate old vines battle against the elements, for a harvest of small, thick skinned berries which are treasure chests of flavour. A meal of a Sauvignon Blanc, its textural, mouth filling palate rolls around the tongue with waves of complexity and exciting, mineral richness.

The marvelous S1 block is a sheltered, relatively warm site within the splendid vistas of Seaview Vineyard, on a north facing plateau at 160m above sea level, refreshed by maritime winds that blow in from the Cludy Bay coast. Fruit is crushed and destemmed, chilled and gently pressed, the clearest juices are racked off for a long, cool ferment to capture the full opulence of S1 vineyard grapes on the vine. Blackcurrant leaf, wet stones and nectarine, textural and fragrant, a lucid articulation of the unique terroir from a very special site.

From a parcel of auspicious vines, planted to wind blown silts over high mineral soils on the north facing G2 Block at Seaview Vineyard. The gently sloping, warmly sheltered coastal blocks, just eighty metres above sea level, have long inspired the Yealands team to create a judiciously oaked Sauvignon Blanc. A harvest of grapes in the riper spectrum is essential to such a wine, a choice component is treated to a course of barrel ferments in a selection of seasoned French oak puncheons. A richer, flint and pineapple style of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

With its heart in Victoria's Yarra Valley, Yarra Ridge stands as one of Australia's premier producers of cool climate Sauvignon Blanc. Yarra Ridge have always worked closely with the most experienced grape growers, every parcel of fruit must show an intensity of flavour and varietal charm, translating into vibrant flavoursome wines. Enjoy Yarra Ridge, ideally whilst young and fresh, alongside chilled crustacea salad or tossed chicken caesar.

An assemblage of fruit from an inventory of splendid Yalumba vineyards, sites which vary considerably, all add their own dimension to the overall flavour profile. The label here depicts the mercurial King George Whiting. Whenever a chance arises to take on the pescatorial pursuit, the team at Yalumba take up the challenge. If successful, they eat it with reverence and wash it down with the revitalizing crispness and fresh citrus flavours of Y Series Sauvignon Blanc.

Xabregas are all about fastidious vineyard management and exacting vinification techniques. There are no compromises in the pursuit to create the defintive Mt Barker Sauvignon Blanc. Artisan focuses on balancing the distinctive flavour profile of Sauvignon Blanc with the complexity of new oak, whilst maintaining structure over a fine boned acidity. The wine is treated to a laborious lees stirring batonage while it ages, barrel ferments contribute to the vigorous complexity and perfect integration of oak, striking the ultimate balance between vibrant fruit and artisanal styling

Wither Hills work toward the philosophy that the finest wines are always created in the vineyard. The secret of Wither Hills success lies in a commitment to reflect exactly what nature has endowed Marlborough, to deliver a distinctly exhilarating experience. A wine of remarkable intensity, captivating flavour profiles of great persistence, with a degree of elegance rarely seen in Sauvignon Blanc. Distinctive herbaceous and gooseberry aromas support a wonderfully balanced palate, presenting purity of ripe fruit, before a lingering, harmonious finish.

The undulating mesoclimes of Sunbury are markedly flatter that the precipitous hillsides of neighbouring Yarra Ranges, brisk winds and drying breezes tend to concentrate flavour in the grapes and produce wines of wonderful intensity. Witchmount have trained their pampered vineyard, to yield a very special quality of Sauvignon Blanc. Generous ripe, tropical fruits are complimented by just a hint of fresh cut grass, the nose makes a promise and the palate delivers, a balanced, clean and crisp finish, an exquisite freshness throughout.

Greg Trott, the man who nursed Wirra Wirra back to health and re-introduced the estate's noble wines to the world, was a wanderer. A simple run to the local shops might evolve into an interstate luncheon. He would return a day or so later, bemused by the fuss. It seemed to all, that Trott was in training to become Olympic Hiding Champion and it became part of the folklore at Wirra Wirra. Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from Jeff and Ann Gower's spectacular Yandra Vineyard at Lenswood in Adelaide Hills and vinified into a rejuvenating, stylish young wine.

Wicks Estate take Sauvignon Blanc very previously. Heading up the winemaking team is long time family friend Tim Knappstein. After many years experience with Sauvignon Blanc, Knappstein made a move to the Adelaide Hills where he played a major role in pioneering it as a premiere cool climate region. Knappstein's efforts are set to further Wicks Estate's reputation as one of the icon producers of Sauvignon Blanc in the Adelaide Hills. A charmingly perfumed effort maintaining the punch and lifted varietal character of the finest Sauvignon Blanc.

So skillful and dedicated are the winemaking team at Yealands Estate, they have earned International Wine Challenge award for world's best Sauvignon Blanc. It is from their zero carbon certified wineworks in Wairau Valley, that the viticulturalists can source fruit for the construct of generously proportioned yet balanced wines which are in complete harmony with the environment. Whale's Tale is a crisp, fruit forward representation of Marlborough, perfect alongside fine cheese or freshly tossed chicken caesar.

West Cape Howe were visionaries who took the initiative to exploit the endowments of West Australia's great southern land, they pioneered viticulture and sowed many of the region's first vineyards. It is amongst these precious old vines that the team work to deliver perfect yields of evenly ripened Sauvignon Blanc, exhibiting intense aromaticness and concentration of flavour. Made to the profound and engaging West Australian white Sauvignon style, the perfect match while young and fresh, alongside white meats and the freshest fish.

The Senses range are all about capturing the concentration and complexity which can be achieved through barrel ferments and extended maturation. Think west coast Fumé Blanc, the fruit of Margaret River's most opportune vineyards, treated to the indulence of vinification in fine French oak, for a meaty, savoury style of Sauvignon Blanc. Its lifted varietal thistle, grass and passion fruit bouquet is complemented by intriguing steamy wet stone characters, hazelnut and brine, multi dimensional, engaging, before a crisp, lingering finish.

The Cumming family have farmed in the Bendigo region for fifty years. Ron and Peter have a strong background in horticulture and place a strong emphasis on vineyard management. The emphasis is on producing high quality, fruit driven wines with strong varietal definition and a generous palate. Three new vineyards have been planted at Bridgewater -On- Loddon to enhance complexity and improve overall quality. A conspicuous performer, Water Wheel is one of Bendigo's most highly decorated and internationally renowned winemaking estates.

Warburn Premium Reserve is one of Australia's great winemaking success stories. Originally produced for the export market, the wine met with such enthusiastic acceptance that it quickly became one of Australia's very own favourites. A fully approachable, stylish and flavoursome Semillon Sauvignon, with a generous palate and refreshing fruit flavours.

An impressive succession of highly awarded vintages, twice in a row Gold Medal Liquorland Top 1OO, Gold & Silver New World Wine Awards and second equal at the prestigious UK Wine Magazine taste off. Flanked by the ocean, mountains and rivers of the South Island, Waipara Hills yield the most stylish wines. Refreshingly unwooded and unoaked, a generous, lifted style with all the power and generosity you want and expect, yet with a lovely texture and mouth watering finish that coaxes you back for the next sip.

What could be better than all the luscious, mouthfilling flavours of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, infused by a creamy mouthfeel and fine effervescence? Enter Marlborough Cuvee, an expression of the innate contrasts from New Zealand's deep south, full of all the vibrant Sauvignon Blanc characters that Waipara Hills are famous for. Marlborough Cuvee treats your palate to zesty, kiwi and gooseberry fruit flavours that come alive. The crisp acidity and refined bubbles are balanced by just a touch of moderating sweetness that's sure to get the party started.

Nelson River in general, and Waimea in particular, have a reputation for highly aromatic wines. Sauvignon Blanc is hand picked from a range of choice vineyards, including the Wells and Robertson blocks, grown to the stony alluvial soils of the Waimea Plains. Waimea Estate has garnered significant interest due to the fruit driven purity, beautifully textured palate, admirable balance and polish. Treated to whole bunch pressing and bâtonnage, achieving a multi dimensional wine, with pure varietal expression, underpinned by subtle texture.

From the southern tributaries of Wairau Valley. Identifiably Wairau Valley in its elocution, bursting with all the trademark ripe fruit exuberance that speaks of sunshine, alluvium and prevailing maritime winds. Villa Maria are all about exemplary standards of viticulture, care for the soil and fastidious husbandry of each sacred vine. Pure, powerful varietal aromas of passionfruit, blackcurrants and grapefruit, an underlying flinty complexity, gooseberries and guava, rejuvenated by a fine thread of cleansing acidity on the lingering finish.

From fruit grown to Templar Vineyard in Marlborough’s Awatere Valley, fully BioGro Certified. This low cropping site is managed with a focus on enhancing soil vitality to grow healthy and balanced vines, employing organic methods to work in complete harmony with nature. The most pristine grapes have been secured for Cellar Selection, the harvesting carried out with inscrutable timing to capture all the naturally juicy flavours. A fresh, fruit driven Sauvignon Blanc with lithe passionfruit, kiwi and citrus characters from nose, through palate to finish.

The luscious style of Sauvignon Blanc that speaks of Marlborough has so captured the heart of Villa Loco, inspiring the Clare Valley team team to acquire parcels of the best grapes from across the Tasman. Abounding with pungent tropical flavours and fine zesty acids, Villa Loco is moreish, fruit powered and delicious.

Vinified from fruit grown to Australia's shangri-la of Sauvignon Blanc, planted to the nation's loftiest terroirs at Orange in New South Wales, Lost Block has been stylistically crafted to remain true to the promise of fruit laden, fresh and easy to drink wines. Choice harvests of fruit are treated to a vinification which flatters the quality and intensity of vibrant Central Ranges Sauvignon Blanc. A splendid accompaniement to seafood, chicken and pork, the refreshingly crisp acidic edge and medium weight also lends itself to spicy Asian cuisine.

A generously flavoured Marlborough wine which has claimed highly coveted accolades at the Air New Zealand Wine Awards. Tylers Stream is a boutique operation which continues to grow from strength to strength. Completely unoaked, in easy drinking styling, it sings of kiwifruit and lychee. Many of the contributing vines surround the winery itself, whence the Tyler Stream flows closely by. Kiwifruit, lemongrass and passion throughout, firm but balanced acid backbone, a generous wine of concentration and poise.

The idyllic ripening conditions around Marlborough's finest vineyards sprout some of the world's most prized Sauvignon Blanc. Twin Islands creates exceptional Marlborough wines, which are crafted with early and regular enjoyment in mind. Since inaugural release, Twin Islands has represented excellence in winemaking, delivering fully flavoured, benchmark Sauvignon Blanc. Already a highly successful entrant at wine competitions, having claimed significant accolades at the New World Wine Awards, New Zealand International, Air New Zealand and Royal Easter.

Trout Valley wines are sourced and vinified by Kahurangi on the Upper Moutere, very near Nelson at the top northwest corner of New Zealand's South Island. The greater Nelson region is renowned for its vibrant arts scene and stylish, boutique winemakers, also home to some of the finest brown trout fishing water in the world. Trout Valley is a medium to full bodied white with a most welcome, savoury edge to it's fruit dominated structure. A treat of a Sauvignon Blanc with mouthfilling palate and complex aromas for adherents of contemplative and engaging wines.

Trentham have retained their identity as a unique, artisanal winemaking estate, amongst the boundless expanse of commercial Riverina vineyards. Close attention to each individual vine is the key, harvests of piquantly flavoured Sauvignon Blanc with bright acids and exemplary varietal charm are the result. Textural and effusive like a tropical fruit frappe, lime and gooseberry, lychee and guava characters flow from the juicy palate before a long passionfruit finish, the first choice in a crisp dry white, to accompany crustacea, hors d’oeuvres and pate.

An exemplar in Sauvignon Blanc, by one of Margaret River's finest family estate owned and operated wineries. Salitage are renowned for the quality of their fruit and skill at minimalist vinification techniques. Extended resting on lees has contributed mouthfeel, a mouthfilling, textural palate and enticing complexity. Envigorating, fresh and crisp, to be served lightly chilled, as the prominent varietal fruit characters and crisp acidity make a refreshing aperitif style.

A pure Marlborough wine, one that encompasses all that is appealing in the clean and fresh expressions of ripe, fruit driven Sauvignon Blanc. Assembling harvests of the best grapes is essential, Totara's meticulous team know all the most dedicated growers and retain access to the finest parcels. A lifted nose of lemons and grapefruit, flinty mineral nuances and hints of soft tropical fruit leads you to a palate showing crisp citrus characters, subtle fresh asparagus, finishing refreshingly dry.

Torrent Bay is for the discerning enthusiast. The Drummond family pioneered horticulture and agriculture on Motueka Hills in the late 1800s. Today they capitalize on their prodigious local knowledge to produce the region's finest Sauvignon Blanc. Crafted from the choicest parcels of fruit with ongoing attention to detail throughout vinification, Torrent Bay stands out from the rest, just like it's scenic namesake on the coast of Abel Tasman National Park. A clean and dry Sauvignon Blanc in new world world styling with true varietal character and regional charm.

Bring in the finest harvests from the most splendid vineyards in the Australian west, fashion them to a dashing contemporary styling and make them available to the young at heart, palates with a taste for everything that's modern and fresh. This is the way of The Sum, revitalizing wines which are as balanced and generous as they are easy to enjoy. The passionfruit of Sauvignon Blanc with a spray of lemon sherbet, an intensely herbaceous core, clean, generously flavoured, an elegant mix of acidity and fruit ripeness, satisfyingly crisp before a lip smacking finish.

The team behind Ned go to great lengths, as they take aim at fashioning the ideal Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The emphasis is on balance, as the wine should contribute to the ambience of the place at which it is served.

Marlborough is recognised throughout the world as the source of stunning cool climate wines. From vineyards established in 1990s, The Crossings is one of a small group of pioneering Awatere Valley winegrowers, deriving it's name from a ford used by early settlers to cross the fast flowing river which forms a pristine southern boundary to three vineyards, Medway, Willow Flat and Brackenfield Estate. The low vigour soils and dry climate produce grapes with intense fruit flavours, infused by a delightful minerality for the production of truly stunning wines.

Sauvignon Blanc in the way of the full bodied, ageworthy efforts from Bordeaux and Sancerre. Oak treatments and a judicious term of age build palate texture, while encouraging mouthfilling savouryness and sublime sauvage. Grapes are all hand picked and whole bunch pressed into four 600 litres, Rhône styled oak fermenting vats for ten days vinification and ten months on sediments, treated to the occasional lees stirring battonage before bottling in January. The big boned, well fleshed genre of Sauvignon Blanc which unlocks the fruity exterior and reveals the cornucopia of complexity within.

You can't get more New Zealand than the Te Kairanga vineyards, nestled at the bottom of North Island, within one of the nation's most exclusive winegrowing precincts, very near the artist's quarter of Martinborough. Each parcel of Sauvignon Blanc is set within it's own mini microclime. The Te Kairanga vines yield richly proportioned white grapes with distinct fruit characters, selectively picked to be woven into an intensely flavoured, full bodied Sauvignon Blanc that's perfect with or without food, very ready for enjoyment any time of day.