Growing Conditions

Shaw + Smith own three vineyards in the Adelaide Hills, at Balhannah, Lenswood and Piccadilly Valley, totalling 60 hectares. Our aim is to grow the highest possible quality grapes from healthy vines grown in healthy soils.

The growing season for the 2021 vintage was terrific, a joy after the traumas of 2020. Soaking winter rains gave us plenty of moisture in the soil, and that flowed into healthy crops. The summer was mild, with slow ripening giving the grapes lots of flavour and intensity.

From our estate vineyards at Balhannah and Lenswood, complemented by fruit from a small number of highly valued growers.

Harvest

Hand picked.

Winemaking

Cool fermentation in stainless steel followed by maturation on lees. Early bottling to retain freshness.

2021 is the 32nd vintage that Shaw + Smith has made. It has become known as a benchmark for Adelaide Hills, and Australian, Sauvignon Blanc.

Nose

Bright peach and citrus fruit bounce from the glass, with more delicate floral notes just behind

Palate

Typically it shows a pink grapefruit character, concentration and mid-palate texture, which reflect the carefully selected sites and hand harvesting during the small window of perfect ripeness.

The 2021 has lemon, lime and pink grapefruit aromas and real persistence of flavour. Great balance with bright acidity.

Food Pairing

A great aperitif or serve with seafood.