Metricup Hills Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Margaret River's maritime climate and limestone-rich soils create Sauvignon Blancs with exceptional balance between tropical fruit intensity and crisp acidity. Unlike the grassier styles from cooler regions or the overly tropical versions from warmer areas, Margaret River produces wines like this Metricup Hills that showcase both ripe stone fruit and zesty citrus characters. The region's consistent ocean breezes help retain natural acidity while allowing full flavour development.

Serve this Sauvignon Blanc well-chilled at 8-10°C to highlight its crisp acidity and fresh fruit characters. The tropical and citrus notes will be most vibrant when properly chilled, while the crunchy green apple acidity provides the perfect refreshing finish. Use a medium-sized white wine glass to concentrate the aromatic peach and lemon notes, and avoid over-chilling which can mute the beautiful tropical fruit complexity.

The wine's bright acidity and tropical fruit profile make it perfect for seafood dishes, particularly grilled prawns, fish tacos, or fresh oysters. The concentrated lemon and lime characters complement Asian cuisine beautifully, especially Thai salads or Vietnamese fresh spring rolls. For cheese pairings, try fresh goat's cheese or feta, where the wine's zippy acidity cuts through the richness while the fruit flavours provide a lovely contrast.

This 2025 Sauvignon Blanc is designed for immediate enjoyment and showcases the varietal's signature fresh, vibrant characteristics at their peak. Sauvignon Blanc is generally best consumed within 2-3 years of vintage to preserve its crisp acidity and bright fruit flavours. The concentrated citrus and tropical notes will be most expressive now, and cellaring would likely diminish the very qualities that make this wine so appealing - its zippy freshness and easy drinkability.

The 'Dangerous Value' rating indicates this wine offers exceptional quality at its price point, making it dangerously easy to buy multiple bottles. This suggests Metricup Hills has crafted a Sauvignon Blanc that punches well above its weight, delivering boutique winery quality and staff-recommended appeal without the premium price tag. It's the kind of wine that offers restaurant-quality drinking at everyday prices, making it perfect for both casual sipping and special occasions.