The Stoneleigh Classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025 perfectly embodies the vibrant character and natural purity of New Zealand’s most iconic wine region. Grown in the heart of the Wairau Valley, this expressive Sauvignon Blanc is crafted with Stoneleigh’s hallmark philosophy of minimal intervention and sustainable collaboration with nature. The vineyards rest on ancient, stone-studded Rapaura soils, where unique sunstones reflect warmth and light onto the vines, encouraging optimal ripening and developing the wine’s distinctive fruit intensity and crisp acidity.

In the glass, it glows pale straw with green hues, releasing an aromatic rush of passionfruit, lime zest, lemongrass, and guava, complemented by subtle hints of bell pepper and crushed herbs. The palate is fresh, energetic, and textural, brimming with tropical fruit and citrus zest balanced by taut natural acidity and a gentle saline minerality. The finish is long, crisp, and refreshing, capturing the quintessential tension and vibrancy of classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

Certified 100% vegan and made from sustainably sourced grapes, this wine reflects Stoneleigh’s ongoing dedication to environmental stewardship — with over 23 hectares committed to biodiversity projects and another 8 hectares restored to regenerative land. It’s an outstanding companion to fresh seafood, Thai salads, grilled asparagus, or goat cheese, and equally enjoyable as a lively aperitif.

Following in the footsteps of the previous vintage, which was 97 Point Rated at the Sommeliers Choice Awards and awarded the Trophy for Best Value Wine for On Premise, this 2025 release continues Stoneleigh’s legacy of excellence.