What is this wine?
Savage Salt River Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is a vibrant, mineral white from Stellenbosch, South Africa, produced by Duncan Savage, one of the Cape’s most respected modern winemakers. Grapes are sourced from cool-climate sites in the Sondagskloof and Stellenbosch regions, where ocean influence brings freshness and saline tension. Fermented spontaneously with native yeasts and aged on fine lees in old oak barrels and concrete, Salt River showcases purity, texture, and terroir transparency — a far cry from typical tropical Sauvignon styles.
Why get this wine?
Duncan Savage’s wines have become benchmarks for contemporary South African elegance, and Salt River is his precision-driven, accessible expression of that philosophy. The 2023 vintage shows superb balance: citrus and herbaceous lift balanced by leesy depth and a chalky finish. It’s an outstanding value and a brilliant example of how refined and terroir-specific Cape Sauvignon Blanc can be.
What does this wine taste like?
Bright and focused, with aromas of lime, gooseberry, and crushed seashell. The palate is crisp and layered, with notes of grapefruit, green herbs, and a long, saline finish.
When should you drink this wine?
Drink now through 2028. Serve chilled with oysters, grilled fish, or goat cheese. A top choice for lovers of mineral, old-world–styled Sauvignon Blanc.
