WineBuddy 30 Bottle Sauvignon Blanc is a delicate, medium-dry white wine that is bright with fruit aromas and balanced by rich, rounded flavours. Makes 30 bottles of a fresh, elegant white wine that works brilliantly as an aperitif or with light dishes.
Key specs
| Makes |
30 bottles |
| Approx. ABV |
about 11–12% |
| Ready in |
about 2–3 weeks |
| Style |
Sauvignon Blanc (white wine) |
| In the box |
finings, stabiliser |
| You'll also need |
4kg sugar |
Makes: 30 bottles | Style: Sauvignon Blanc | ABV: ~11–12%
Ferment with a Bubbler Airlock in a Fermentation Vessel. Clear with Bentonite, stabilise with Campden Tablets, and rack using a Syphon.
Upgrading your yeast: Sauvignon Blanc's bright fruit aromas are exactly what aromatic-white strains are built for. Try Mangrove Jack's CL23 for a clean, crisp result. If you can ferment somewhere genuinely cool (under 15°C), Lalvin K1V-1116 is worth the extra care — it's known for expressing this grape's fresh, grassy aromatics when fermented cold.
See also: 30 Bottle Chardonnay and 30 Bottle Pinot Grigio.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bottles does it make?
It makes 30 bottles, approximately 22.5 litres, at around 11-12% ABV. See our guide to how many bottles a kit makes.
What does it taste like?
A delicate, medium-dry white, bright with fruit aromas and balanced by rich, rounded flavours - great as an aperitif or with light dishes.
Do I need to add sugar?
Yes - WineBuddy 30 Bottle kits need 4kg of sugar, which isn't included. The kit contains the grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings and stabiliser.
How long until I can drink it?
Primary fermentation usually takes 5-7 days, then you clear it and bottle. Give it 1-2 weeks in the bottle for the best flavour.
What equipment do I need?
A fermentation vessel with airlock, a hydrometer and a siphon, plus 30 bottles. Keep it at a steady 18-22°C and sanitise everything before you start.
Can I upgrade the yeast?
Yes - Mangrove Jack's CL23 gives a clean, crisp result. If you can ferment somewhere genuinely cool (under 15°C), Lalvin K1V-1116 brings out Sauvignon Blanc's fresh, grassy aromas.