2024 Geoff Weaver Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Halliday Wine Companion's Sauvignon Blanc of the Year!

Geoff Weaver has been working this Lenswood vineyard for a long time, and the 2024 fruit came off in great shape. The season ran cool and steady, giving the grapes plenty of time to build flavour without losing that firm line of acidity the site is known for. It’s no surprise this ended up taking out Halliday’s Sauvignon Blanc of the Year.

Straight away the wine sits in a citrus and herb spectrum more lemon skin, lime flesh and a bit of fresh fennel than anything tropical. There’s a faint stone fruit note in the background too, but it stays subtle. The palate is tight and focused, carrying that clean citrus drive with a chalky edge that gives it a bit of grip and shape. No sweetness, no blousy bits, just crisp, well handled fruit.

It finishes long and calm, with the acidity feeling natural rather than sharp. A really clear expression of Sauvignon Blanc from the Hills in a good cool vintage, and a style that should age well over the next few years if you’ve got the patience.

97 points
"Excellent in its way, elevating a simple wine approach so well. Go in."
- Mike Bennie (Halliday Wine Companion)