The variety has a special status at the winery, as it was Matua who made the country’s first Sauvignon Blanc, in 1974, and the rest is already history: by today New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has become famous all around the world. Matua is classic in all its details: explosive aromas, an intense and vibrant palate, cut grass and loads of tropical fruits. The benchmark of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.