Wakefield Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Winery Background and History

Taylors Wines, founded in 1969 in the Clare Valley of South Australia, is a family-owned producer now known globally. They market under the “Wakefield” name in many Northern Hemisphere markets. Their Estate range embodies the philosophy of capturing regional fruit purity and making wines offering both drinkability and typicity. The Sauvignon Blanc in the Estate line is positioned as a fresh, aromatic white that showcases both their viticultural discipline and cellar precision.

Producer and Wine Maker

Produced by Taylors Wines (Wakefield), the winemaking team oversees all stages from vineyard to bottle, ensuring site selection, canopy management, picking at optimal ripeness, and gentle handling. Winemaking for this Sauvignon Blanc is focused on preserving aromatics and freshness: controlled fermentation in stainless steel, minimal oak or no oak intervention, and careful maturation to maintain clarity and mouthfeel.

Vineyards and Micro Climate

Fruit for this wine is sourced from cooler vineyard sites in South Australia (notably Adelaide Hills as listed in some sources) that offer diurnal temperature variation—warm days and cooler nights—to help retain acidity and aromatic lift. The soils are well-drained, likely loam or gravelly loam, supporting moderate vine vigor and concentration of flavor. The region’s Mediterranean influences ensure balanced ripening without loss of freshness. 

Vinification & Aging Methods

The wine is fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperatures to retain primary aromatics. There is no oak aging (i.e. “oaked: no”) in the 2024 vintage, ensuring the pure fruit expression dominates. After fermentation and stabilization, the wine is bottled early to preserve its brightness and aromatic profile. 

Tasting Notes

Pale straw with a green tinge. Aromatically, it delivers citrus zest, lime, grapefruit, passionfruit, and subtle herbal notes (gooseberry or nettle). The palate is crisp and lively, with clean, bright acidity and a medium-light body. The finish is dry, refreshing, and persistent, with citrus fruit echoing through.

Food & Wine Pairing

Pairs beautifully with seafood (oysters, prawns, scallops), light fish dishes, ceviche, goat cheese, fresh salads, herbs, and Asian cuisine with citrus or herbs. It also complements shellfish in white wine or citrus-based sauces.

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve chilled at 6-8 °C. Use a medium-bowled white wine glass to allow aromatics to evolve. No decanting is needed. Once opened, consume within 1–2 days for optimal freshness.

Storage and Aging Potential

This wine is meant for early enjoyment. Under proper cellar conditions (cool ~10-12 °C, stable environment, low light), it may remain fresh and aromatic for 3–4 years, though its best character is in the first 1–2 years.

Grape Varietals & percentage used

100 % Sauvignon Blanc

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

13.0 %