Wines of the Year 2025 | White Box

A gorgeous Vinho Verde that is very different to the most we are familiar with. It is less tart and dry, and more about the round ripe orchard fruit like peaches and ...

A gorgeous Vinho Verde that is very different to the most we are familiar with. It is less tart and dry, and more about the round ripe orchard fruit like peaches and apricots. This 100% Avesso from Vinho Verde, Portugal, is a bright, zesty gem. In the glass, it’s a gorgeous citrus-straw color, immediately pulling you in with vibrant aromas of white fruit and delicate floral notes. The first sip is all about balance—freshness, minerality, and acidity perfectly in harmony. It’s medium-bodied with a lovely texture that’s supported by juicy fruit, leading to a crisp, energetic finish that leaves you wanting more. Fermented in stainless steel and aged on fine lees for four months with batonnage, this wine has a depth that pairs beautifully with seafood dishes, light pastas, or semi-cured cheeses. Serve it chilled between 7-10°C and let it brighten up your day with its clean, refreshing style.

This is Sauvignon Blanc at its finest - a wine that captures the power, precision, and elegance of Marlborough’s coastal terroir. Aromas of guava, passionfruit, and ci...

This is Sauvignon Blanc at its finest - a wine that captures the power, precision, and elegance of Marlborough’s coastal terroir. Aromas of guava, passionfruit, and citrus leap from the glass, layered with a distinctive oyster shell minerality. Aged on its lees, this wine has a silky, creamy texture that adds depth and complexity, balancing its bright acidity and saline edge. The result? A class act—focused, structured, and deeply expressive, with a long, lingering finish that sets a benchmark for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Blank Canvas, founded by Master of Wine Sophie Parker-Thomson and winemaking consultant Matt Thomson, is all about single-vineyard precision and minimal intervention winemaking. The Holdaway Vineyard, farmed by the same family for generations, sits on the coastal fringe of the Wairau Valley, where deep alluvial silts and regenerative viticulture create a Sauvignon Blanc of exceptional balance and purity. Harvested at night to preserve freshness, cool-fermented and aged on lees, this wine is a true expression of its site—refined, textural, and seriously sophisticated.

This single-vineyard Pinot Grigio is in a league of its own—bright, textured, and packed with gorgeous fruit. Aromas of ripe pear, citrus zest, and warm bread crust l...

This single-vineyard Pinot Grigio is in a league of its own—bright, textured, and packed with gorgeous fruit. Aromas of ripe pear, citrus zest, and warm bread crust leap from the glass, giving way to a palate that’s all about silky elegance and subtle complexity. There’s a gorgeous weight to this wine, with hints of dried herbs and a touch of saline minerality adding depth. A zesty acidity keeps it fresh and vibrant, leading to a long, dry, beautifully refined finish. If you love New Zealand Pinot Gris, this Italian beauty will be right up your street. Crafted by Matt Thomson in partnership with local growers, this Pinot Grigio is sourced from a single, high-quality vineyard in Veneto, where the combination of cool nights and mineral-rich soils gives the fruit its intensity. Hand-harvested and gently pressed at low temperatures, the winemaking process preserves the wine’s pure aromatics and silky texture without the need for harsh fining. The result? A beautifully expressive Pinot Grigio that’s bursting with flavour, finesse, and an unmistakable sense of place. A must-try for fans of seriously good Italian whites.

This vibrant, electric Albarino is a benchmark for Rias Baixas and one of our new favourite white wines. Bursting with apricot, peach, pink grapefruit, and zesty lemo...

This vibrant, electric Albarino is a benchmark for Rias Baixas and one of our new favourite white wines. Bursting with apricot, peach, pink grapefruit, and zesty lemon, it’s layered with hints of sage, bay leaf, and a delicate minerality. The palate is bright, fresh, and creamy, with a silky texture and beautifully balanced acidity that leads to a long, mouth-watering finish. It’s exciting, delicious, and the kind of wine that makes you wonder why you don’t drink Albariño all the time. Terras Gauda is one of Galicia’s most respected producers, and while this is their entry-level wine, it punches well above its weight. A key reason for its consistency and quality is that the winery owns over two-thirds of the vineyards they source from—rare in a region where vineyard ownership is incredibly fragmented. This allows them to control every step of the process, ensuring that every vintage delivers the same lively, aromatic, and utterly delicious Albariño that fans have come to love.

This Bourgogne Blanc is aged 7 to 10 months in stainless steel, preserving its vibrant freshness and crisp acidity. The palate is bright and mineral-driven, with laye...

This Bourgogne Blanc is aged 7 to 10 months in stainless steel, preserving its vibrant freshness and crisp acidity. The palate is bright and mineral-driven, with layers of green apple, lemon, lime zest, and acacia, complemented by a delicate saline finish and a whisper of oak. Refreshing, pure, and beautifully balanced, this Chardonnay is perfect with shellfish, grilled fish, or creamy cheeses. Domaine de la Cadette is a rare gem in Vézelay, a historic hilltop village in Burgundy, just southwest of Chablis and on the same latitude as Sancerre. Led by Valentin Montanet, this organic estate is dedicated to crafting authentic, terroir-driven wines that highlight the region’s limestone-rich soils. With a focus on purity and precision, the winery produces elegant, food-friendly wines that offer exceptional value.

This is bright and zesty, with a greenish hue and aromas of citrus, minerality, and delicate herbal notes. On the palate, it’s lively and refreshing, with a slight na...

This is bright and zesty, with a greenish hue and aromas of citrus, minerality, and delicate herbal notes. On the palate, it’s lively and refreshing, with a slight natural fizz that enhances its crisp, mouthwatering appeal. The finish is long and intense, making it a perfect match for salads, grilled fish, white meats, and seafood. Márcio Lopes is one of the most exciting young winemakers in Portugal, crafting precise, expressive wines that highlight the unique terroir of Vinho Verde. His Pequenos Rebentos Lote 3 is a fresh, vibrant white blend of Alvarinho, Loureiro, and Trajadura, sourced from carefully selected vineyards. The grapes are hand-harvested and gently macerated, with fermentation at a controlled temperature to preserve purity and freshness.