Ahi Ka Blackmore Grower Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2024
  • White Wine
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Sustainable
  • Dry
  • Residual Sugar: 3.00 g/l
  • Medium Bodied
  • 750ml
  • 13.00% alc./vol

Ahi Ka Blackmore Grower Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2024

Marlborough, New Zealand
$25.95per bottle ($311.40per case)
12 bottles per case
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Ahi Kāi is a pioneering Marlborough wine company focused on producing exceptional single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc through ethical, long-term partnerships with growers. Founded by internationally acclaimed winemaker Matt Thomson, Master of Wine Sophie Parker-Thomson, and foundation grower John Blackmore, Ahi Kā challenges the region’s low-value, commodity-driven model by prioritizing quality, sustainability, and transparency. Their mission is to drive meaningful change in the Marlborough wine industry by delivering outstanding wines that celebrate provenance while ensuring growers are fairly rewarded for the quality they produce.

The term Ahi Kā is a concept rooted in Te Ao Māori, traditionally translating to “keep the home fires burning.” Historically central to land rights in early Aotearoa (New Zealand), it has evolved in a modern context to represent guardianship and sustainable stewardship; Caring for the land with the intention of passing it on to future generations in a better state than it was found.

This single-vineyard expression showcases intense passionfruit and blackcurrant aromas from one of Marlborough’s most highly acclaimed sites. A true standout, the palate bursts with tropical fruit, balanced by vibrant acidity and a richly textured, saline-driven finish. 

About the Winery

Ahi Ka Wine

Ahi Kā is a pioneering Marlborough wine company dedicated to producing outstanding single-vineyard Sauvignon Blancs through long-term partnerships with growers. Founded by internationally acclaimed winemaker Matt Thomson, Master of Wine Sophie Parker-Thomson, and founding grower John Blackmore, Ahi Kā was created to challenge the commodity-driven model that has come to define much of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Instead, the focus is on provenance, quality, sustainability, and fair returns for growers.

 

Named after the Māori concept Ahi Kā, meaning “to keep the home fires burning,” the brand reflects a commitment to sustainable land stewardship and preserving vineyards for future generations. Each wine tells the story of a single vineyard and the people who farm it, showcasing the diversity, character, and authenticity of Marlborough. By rewarding growers directly for quality and championing transparent, ethical partnerships, Ahi Kā delivers distinctive wines with genuine provenance and a deep connection to the land. Ahi Ka Sauvignon Blanc is proudly Appellation Marlborough Wine certified

Press Reviews

Therealreview.com

95 points - Bob Campbell

Intense, vibrant sauvignon with lemongrass, red capsicum and passionfruit flavours supported by a mouthwatering cut of tangy acidity. High energy wine with a perfect sweet-sour balance giving the wine pleasing tension. 

Drink date: 2023-2027.

WineAlign

91 points - Michael Godel

From Dillon’s Point, in the lower Wairau Valley near the confluence of the Wairau and Opawa rivers. Vineyards began to be planted in the early 1990s and today the sub-region is recognized for pretty classy sauvignon blanc. As this Ahi Kā surely is, green grassy and green tree fruit juicy, come from a producer that means “keeping the home fires burning.” This example of sauvignon blanc does indeed keep things stable and provides the necessity of good drinking sauvignon blanc. Drink 2026-2028. Tasted July 2026.

91 points - David Lawrason

There is a wee whiff of sulphur at first but aeration should solve that. Leaving an intriguing tapestry of ripe guava/passion fruit, lime, spearmint and grassy notes - all very much signature Marlborough. It is medium weight, a bit heftier and thankfully less shrill than some, with some warmth (13%) and sweetness. But all distributed and balanced. This is generous with excellent length. Tasted July 2026