The Hero Preservative Free Sauvignon Blanc 2025: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Zesty, Tropical & Herb-Fresh

This is Sauvignon Blanc in its classic “crisp and bright” lane—citrus and passionfruit straight up, with hints of fresh green herbs. The palate is lively and clean, with vibrant fruit flavour and a snappy, refreshing line of acidity that finishes long and dry. If you like your whites energetic (and you want one that plays beautifully with lime, chilli and herbs), this is your fridge-door hero.

Highlights

• No Added Preservative + vegan-suitable
• Winery notes: citrus, passionfruit and fresh green herbs
• Fresh, vital palate with clean, refreshing acidity
• Finishes long, crisp and dry
• 13% ABV

Tasting Notes

Bright citrus and passionfruit aromatics lead, backed by those fresh green herb notes that make Sauvignon Blanc so craveable. The palate is vibrant and snappy, with clean, refreshing acidity and a long, crisp finish that stays firmly dry.

Winemaking

Made in a clean, fruit-forward style with no preservatives added. The focus is on quick handling and cool fermentation to keep aromatics lifted and the palate bright.

Vineyard & Vintage

Fruit is sourced from premium South Australian vineyards, selected to deliver punchy aromatics and natural freshness. The style aims for classic Sauvignon character—tropical-citrus fruit plus herbal lift—without heaviness.

Why We Love It

Because it’s the white you open when you want instant refreshment: zesty fruit, herb-fresh edges, and acidity that makes food taste better. It’s also a brilliant “host wine”—easy to pour for everyone, but still feels crisp and considered.

Food Pairing

Lean into zingy, herby flavours: seafood, salads, Vietnamese-style dishes, and anything with lime and chilli. It’s also surprisingly good with tofu, especially when there’s peppery crunch.

Try matching this wine with →

• Salt & pepper tofu — Find a Recipe
• Thai green papaya salad — Find a Recipe
• Prawn and mango salad — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Late-afternoon catch-ups, fresh takeaway, or a “light dinner but make it good” night. Chill it properly, pop a bowl of salty snacks on the table, and you’re set.

Cellaring

Best enjoyed young for maximum zip. Drink now and over the next 1–2 years. Once opened, re-cork and refrigerate; aim to finish within 1–2 days for best freshness (especially with preservative-free wines).

Producer

The Hero Preservative Free focuses on preservative-free, vegan-suitable wines made from carefully handled South Australian fruit. With quick processing and cool ferments, the range is designed for bright aromatics, clean flavours and easy drinkability—without added preservatives.

Related Wines To Try →

If you love this style, these are worth adding to your next mixed dozen:

• Same brand, crisp pear-and-saline refreshment — The Hero Preservative Free Pinot Grigio 2025
• Same brand, pretty strawberry-and-citrus rosé — The Hero Preservative Free Rose 2025
• Another preservative-free Sauvignon Blanc to compare — Tamburlaine Preservative Free Sauvignon Blanc 2025

FAQ

What does The Hero Preservative Free Sauvignon Blanc taste like?

Citrus and passionfruit with hints of fresh green herbs. It’s light, zesty and refreshing, with clean acidity and a long, crisp finish.

Is it sweet or dry?

Dry. The tropical fruit aromas are generous, but the palate finishes clean and crisp rather than sweet.

Does it contain preservatives (sulphites)?

It’s a No Added Preservative wine, meaning no sulphur dioxide preservatives are added. Like all wine, it may still contain small, naturally occurring sulphites from fermentation.

Is it vegan friendly?

Yes—this wine is labelled vegan suitable, meaning it’s made without animal-derived fining agents.

What foods does it pair best with?

Seafood, salads, Thai and Vietnamese dishes, tofu, and anything with lime, herbs or chilli. It’s also great with goat’s cheese and fresh veggies.

How should I serve it?

Serve well chilled (around 8–10°C). If it warms slightly, the passionfruit and herb notes open up.

How long will it last after opening?

Because it’s preservative-free, it’s best within 1–2 days. Re-cork and store in the fridge to keep it bright.

Who will love it?

If you love zesty, aromatic whites (or you live for Sauvignon with herbs and citrus), this is an easy, refreshing go-to—especially for warm-weather dinners.

(SKU: HZ_SAB_CV)