The Smith & Sheth 'CRU' Wairau Sauvignon Blanc is a premium, medium-bodied, and beautifully textured cool-climate white wine from Marlborough, New Zealand. Produced by Master of Wine Steve Smith from prized, 25-to-30-year-old vines in the Renwick area, this boutique release sits in a beautiful sweet spot between intense tropical fruit punch and complex, savoury weight.
- Aromas: Lifted and fragrant with crushed blackcurrant leaf, passionfruit, and wild thyme, layered with lime zest and flinty smoke.
- Palate: Supple and concentrated with juicy gooseberry, pink guava, and bright citrus, balanced by a creamy, fine-lees texture.
- Style: Sophisticated and multi-dimensional, prioritizing pure aromatic transparency, mineral tension, and a satin-smooth finish over sharp acidity.
- Winemaking: Wild-fermented in large French oak foudres and aged on fine lees to build complex, mealy textures.
- Cellaring: Drink now for peak freshness, or cellar for 3 to 5 years to develop complex, nutty notes.
- Food Pairing: Sensational with grilled tiger prawns with chilli and lime, pan-fried King George whiting, fresh goat’s cheese tarts, or a rich wild mushroom stir-fry with XO sauce.
This is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with a serious upgrade. It sets up an impressive contrast by delivering a lush wave of tropical fruit right up front, before snapping to a crisp, dry finish driven by smoke and sea salt. It is an energetic, high-wire act of a wine that is clever, perfectly balanced, and incredibly delicious.
Smith & Sheth
Founded in 2014 by Steve Smith MW and Brian Sheth, Smith & Sheth crafts world-class wines from outstanding New Zealand vineyards. Operating as contemporary négociants, they source exceptional fruit from some of the country's finest sites, working closely with growers to capture the essence of each location.
Steve Smith MW — one of New Zealand's few Masters of Wine and founder of Craggy Range — brings deep expertise to wines that are elegant, authentic, and rooted in a strong sense of place.
