Shaw + Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2026

Pomelo and pineapple jelly crystals. This is a reflection of the known and loved Shaw + Smith style, with restraint, elegance and lifted white floral perfume. Frangipani flowers falling from the tree, lemon cream and self raising flour plumes. Acidity is measured, driving fruit forward in gentle urges and nudges, bringing apple and melon along for the ride. There is some subtle tropical fruit pleasure but mostly it is the purity of lemon citrus that speaks more assuredly. Serve with hot chips and garlic aioli with plenty of friendly banter. Drink now.

Shanteh Wale

Contributor at Wine Companion

Shanteh cut her teeth at Sydney’s Award-Winning Quay restaurant where she worked for over a decade and was Head Sommelier from 2018 till 2022. She has been nominated for the Good Food Guide Sommelier of the Year award on three occasions and claims that her experience as a Len Evans scholar as one of the highlights of her career. Shanteh hosts her own weekly podcast ‘Over A Glass’ with the Deep in the Weeds Network and spends her time writing for various publications and judging at numerous wine shows across the country.

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