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Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc

Whitehaven · Marlborough · New Zealand

91 pts · Wine Enthusiast
$18.99$24.99 save $6.00 (24%)
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Why it’s a great value

Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc is $18.99 today against a recorded compare-at price of $24.99 — a saving of $6.00 (24%). It carries a verified 91-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. If you want to spend less, Josh Cellars Sauvignon Blanc is $13.99.

Taste profile

SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense

* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.

What it tastes like

A lively Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with grapefruit, lemongrass, passionfruit, white peach, fresh herbs and a salty-clean finish.

You’ll like this if…

Choose this if you like crisp New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs such as Kim Crawford, Oyster Bay or Brancott, but want a slightly more concentrated, polished expression.

Why buy it

It is a reliable, highly rated Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with producer-stated 100% Marlborough sourcing, AMW accreditation and classic citrus-herbal freshness.

Best for

Seafood, sushi, salads, goat or salty cheeses, light poultry and spicy takeout.

Style

Dry, aromatic, medium-bodied and very crisp, with tropical fruit, citrus, lemongrass and a clean saline finish.

Drinks like

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Sauvignon Blanc for a drier/herbal comparison, and unoaked cool-climate whites.

Experience level

Easy for casual white-wine drinkers, but expressive enough for Sauvignon Blanc fans.

Flavor notes

Fruitgrapefruitwhite peachpassionfruitcitrusguavamango
Floralorange blossomneroli
Earthsaline minerality
Spicefresh-grated ginger
Otherlemongrasswhite currantcrushed herbswild fennel

Pairs well with

oysters or fresh shellfish · fresh seafood or white fish · japanese cuisine or spicy asian dishes · lightly grilled chicken · salty cheeses · summer salad with garden vegetables

Best occasions

seafood nightwarm-weather appetizersbackyard salads and grilled chickensushi takeoutcrisp white for guests

Serving & enjoying

Serving temperature:
Lightly chilled, about 45-50°F.
Decanting:
Do not decant; open and serve fresh.
Glassware:
Use a medium white wine glass to keep the aromatics focused.
Drink or cellar:
Best enjoyed young and fresh; current releases can also develop with careful cellaring.
After opening:
Refrigerate with a closure and enjoy within 2-3 days.

Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.

About this wine

Whitehaven Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, aromatic New Zealand white with grapefruit, lemongrass, white peach, passionfruit and a mouthwatering saline finish. Bright acidity and a clean, lightly herbal edge make it a natural with seafood, salads and spicy Asian dishes.

Wine details

Type
white
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Grapes
Sauvignon Blanc; percentage not stated
Producer
Whitehaven
Country
New Zealand
Region
Marlborough
Appellation
Marlborough
Bottle size
750 Ml
ABV
13%

Details last verified September 25, 2026

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Winemaking details ›
Winemaker:
Not stated in sources consulted.
Vineyard source:
Fruit is sourced exclusively from Marlborough, from a mix of company-owned or managed vineyards and contract grower vineyards.
Vessel:
Stainless steel tanks.
About the winery · Whitehaven ›

Whitehaven was established in 1994 in Marlborough by the White family after Sue and Greg White sailed the Pacific and set a new course for the Marlborough Sounds. The company focuses on premium wines from 100% Marlborough fruit, led by its flagship Sauvignon Blanc. Whitehaven works across Marlborough's sub-regions and emphasizes quality, consistency and regional expression. Its wines are AMW accredited, and the producer describes sustainability as an ongoing program across climate, biodiversity, water and community goals.

Sustainability

AMW · Appellation Marlborough Wine accredited ↗SWNZ · Produced from vineyards certified by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand as part of AMW criteria ↗

Critic reviews

91/100Wine Enthusiast

“Heady lime, lemongrass and pink grapefruit aromas, with dried herbs and energetic limey acidity.”

Reviewed: Whitehaven 2024 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) (2024) — Christina Pickard, 2025-07-01 · source
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Frequently asked questions

Is Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc dry or sweet?
Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc is bone dry — its sweetness rating is 1 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
What does Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc taste like?
A lively Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with grapefruit, lemongrass, passionfruit, white peach, fresh herbs and a salty-clean finish.
What food pairs with Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc?
It pairs well with oysters or fresh shellfish, fresh seafood or white fish, Japanese cuisine or spicy Asian dishes, lightly grilled chicken and salty cheeses.
How should I serve Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc?
Serve at Lightly chilled, about 45-50°F. Do not decant; open and serve fresh. Glass: Use a medium white wine glass to keep the aromatics focused.
Is Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc a good value?
Today it is $18.99, $6.00 (24%) below its recorded compare-at price of $24.99. It also holds a verified 91-point score from Wine Enthusiast.
Is there a similar wine that costs less than Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc?
Josh Cellars Sauvignon Blanc is a comparable Sauvignon Blanc at $13.99. See Josh Cellars Sauvignon Blanc
What is the bottle size and alcohol content of Whitehaven White Haven Sauvignon Blanc?
750 ml bottle, 13% alcohol by volume.