Giesen Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, poured in Commack since the brothers landed.
The story behind Giesen
Three German born brothers, Theo, Alex and Marcel Giesen, bought their first New Zealand land in 1981 and released their inaugural Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc in 1984. Four decades on, that is still the backbone of the label. The fruit comes off the Wairau Valley and the cooler Awatere Valley, two microclimates blended deliberately so the wine tastes like Giesen and not like the weather that year.
We have carried Giesen Sauvignon Blanc on this shelf for a long stretch now, long enough to watch Marlborough go from curiosity to the most recognized white wine region in the southern hemisphere. The style has not wandered: bright, herbal, grapefruit driven, dry, and priced so you can keep a bottle cold without thinking about it.
Explore the Giesen range
Giesen keeps the lineup tight. A classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, a lighter alcohol version of the same wine, and a Riesling for the off dry crowd.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giesen Sauvignon Blanc 750mL | Sauvignon Blanc | 13% ABV | Grapefruit, cut grass, passionfruit, dry mineral finish |
| Giesen Sauvignon Blanc Light 750mL | Sauvignon Blanc | 9.5% ABV | Lighter alcohol, same citrus and herb core |
| Giesen Light Sauvignon Blanc 750mL | Sauvignon Blanc | 9.5% ABV | Everyday lighter pour, crisp and clean |
| Giesen Riesling 750mL | Riesling | 12% ABV | Lime, green apple, off dry, bright acidity |
| Giesen Pinot Noir 750mL | Pinot Noir | 13% ABV | Red cherry, dried herb, light Marlborough tannin |
Which Giesen is right for you?
The pricing is the quiet argument for Giesen. The classic Sauvignon Blanc sits at $17.99, the Light version at $14.99, and the Riesling at $13.99, which puts a real Marlborough white on your table for less than most entry level California bottles. If you want to buy Giesen Sauvignon Blanc online and keep two in the fridge, this is the tier where that stops feeling like a splurge. The Light Sauvignon Blanc at $12.99 is currently out of stock, so call the store and we will tell you when it lands.
Dry, herbal and cold, it handles takeout and a Tuesday roast chicken.
Same citrus snap at lower alcohol, so the second glass stays easy.
Lime and green apple with a touch of sweetness, built for spice.