This North Canterbury producer's Sauvignon Blanc is a consistently solid offering year after year, with an affordable price tag to boot. Aromas of pineapple, peach, guava and lime popsicle explode from the glass, followed by grassy, green bell pepper notes. The bone-dry palate is a balanced combo of zippy freshness and slippery texture, with an herb-flecked finish.

Sleek and crisp, with fresh ginger, pear, ruby grapefruit and apricot flavors that show an appealing plumpness, balanced by vivid, crisp acidity on the finish. Drink now. 13,575 cases made, 10,800 cases imported.