The 2025 Meltwater Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is a beautifully pure and textured expression of modern Marlborough Sauvignon from Mike and Anna Paterson of the acclaimed Corofin project. Sourced from certified organic vineyards across the Wairau and Omaka Valleys, the wine is crafted with far more care and restraint than most examples in the category — hand-harvested, gently pressed and fermented cool in small stainless steel tanks before spending extended time on lees through winter. The result is a Sauvignon Blanc that retains Marlborough’s hallmark brightness and aromatics while delivering uncommon texture, depth and mineral finesse.
The nose reveals grapefruit, lime zest and ripe stone fruit layered alongside guava, gooseberry and subtle floral lift, giving the wine impressive aromatic freshness and precision. On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with vibrant natural acidity, supple texture and a finely balanced saline core. Layers of citrus, white peach and tropical fruit unfold with tangy energy and gentle lees-derived creaminess, finishing crisp, dry and beautifully refreshing with exceptional drinkability. Critics and merchants consistently highlight the wine’s purity, texture and more restrained, savoury style compared with many mainstream Marlborough Sauvignons.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2025 Meltwater Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is a superb modern Marlborough Sauvignon — crisp, mineral and beautifully textured with outstanding freshness and balance. Perfect with oysters, goat’s cheese, fresh seafood, sushi, summer salads or simply enjoyed chilled on its own. Enjoy now through 2028.
