With scores as high as 93 points, these newly rated, great-value white wines from the Marlborough region will make standout ...

But for us mere mortals, there comes a time (or times) when we’re faced with the supermarket shelves ... similar zesty and herbal notes as sauvignon blanc, with slightly softer acidity.

Here’s a selection of 15 California Sauvignon Blanc wines, which have won gold medals in multiple international competitions, all retailing for approximately $30 or less.

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