Saint Clair Family Estate is proud to announce exciting results from the 2025 International Wine Challenge (IWC), with six wines receiving standout scores.
Now in its 40th year, the IWC is regarded as the word’s most rigorous, impartial, and influential wine competition. Wines are judged through a blind tasting process by a global panel of experts, making this recognition meaningful to the team at Saint Clair and their customers.
We’re thrilled to share the following results from the IWC 2025:
Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay 2024 – 94 Points
“Fragrant and upfront lemon, pear and blossom. Youthful appeal, juicy and inviting.”
Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay 2023 – 93 Points
“Baked apple and pear, pie crust, true to style, creamy palate with lemon curd finish.”
Saint Clair Barrique Sauvignon Blanc 2021 – 93 Points
“Stonefruit notes, quite pretty with apple blossom and honeysuckle. Good length and breath of fresh air.”
Saint Clair Oaked Sauvignon Blanc 2024 – 92 Points
“Hints of guava with passion fruit notes, and aromas of cut grass. Classic juicy wine, savoury with a firm citrus finish.”
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 14 Doctor's Creek Pinot Noir 2023 – 92 Points
“Plums, pastry and cranberries, cinnamon and dark chocolate. Nutty undertones and exuberant fruit with a firm backbone.”
Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2024 – 91 Points
“Very delicate in style with character of green apple, sage and freshly mown grass. poised and balanced, zesty finish.”
Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Growers – Jason and Jenny Neal
These results showcase the dedication and skill of Saint Clair’s winemaking team and is a reflection of the unique terroir of Marlborough. Saint Clair is especially delighted to see both vintages of the Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay celebrated with exceptional scores, reinforcing the consistency and quality of this handcrafted wine.
The IWC’s blind tasting process ensures that only the best wines rise to the top, and to have six of our wines recognised at this level is true praise.
Saint Clair Winemaking team
At Saint Clair Family Estate, our mission is to create world-class wines that exceed expectations. This recognition reflects the dedication across our entire team, from vineyard to bottle. Sincere thanks to the IWC judging panel and congratulations to all other medal winners working hard to craft outstanding wines.
