Best wines for under $30*
Explore the Top 50 from the 2025 New World Wine Awards.
Our judges swirled, sipped and sniffed more than 1,000 wines to deliver these Top 50 wines for under $30. Gold Winning red, white & sparkling wines. Affordable, delicious and ready for longer days.
*These New World Wine Award wines are priced at $30 or less until 9 November 2025. After this time the retail price may vary.
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Best Pinot Noir under $30
| Mountford Estate Pinot Noir 2021Variety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Poised and plush with savoury spice and a velvety texture. |
| Hãhã 2024 Marlborough Pinot NoirVariety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Richly expressive Pinot Noir bursting with pretty florals and generous fruit. |
| RUA Pinot Noir 2023Variety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Fruit, spice and everything nice from Central Otago. |
| The Crater Rim Waipara Pinot Noir 2021Variety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Nicely aged Pinot Noir with dark fruit, leather and a chewy finish. |
| Three Paddles Pinot Noir 2024Variety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Sophisticated with layers of dark fruit, dried herbs and a velvety texture. |
| Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir Marlborough 2023Variety: Pinot Noir Price: Under $30 Key notes: Vibrant with ripe cherry and raspberry aromas, with a smooth silky palate. |
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Best Shiraz & Syrah under $30
| Church Road McDonald Syrah 2021Variety: Shiraz and Syrah Price: Under $30 Key notes: Champion Red and textbook Syrah - bold, supple and laden with gorgeous berry fruit. |
| Earthworks Barossa Shiraz 2022Variety: Shiraz and Syrah Price: Under $30 Key notes: Smooth, plush and juicy with delicious dark fruit and baking spice. |
| Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz 2023Variety: Shiraz and Syrah Price: Under $30 Key notes: Shiraz lover’s dream - bold, smooth and spicy. |
| Young & Co The Jam McLaren Vale Shiraz 2021Variety: Shiraz and Syrah Price: Under $30 Key notes: Lush and toasty with rich berry jam and chocolate. |
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Best Red Blends under $30
| Barking Mad Grenache Shiraz 2021Variety: Red Blends Price: Under $30 Key notes: A BIG red with opulent fruit, velvety tannins and appealing oak spice. |
| Arrogant Frog Ribet Red Cabernet Merlot 2023Variety: Red Blends Price: Under $30 Key notes: Silky and intense with gorgeous dark fruit and crushed stone minerality. |
| Squawking Magpie The Chatterer Merlot Cabernet 2022Variety: Red Blends Price: Under $30 Key notes: A classic Bordeaux blend that is punchy, flavoursome, and vibrant. |
| Church Road Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2021Variety: Red Blends Price: Under $30 Key notes: Merlot-dominant blend that is deliciously plush and fragrant. |
Best Single Variety Reds under $30
| Ringbolt Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon 2021Variety: Single Variety Red Price: Under $30 Key notes: Refined, delicious Australian Cabernet with tremendous appeal. |
| Caravan Petite Sirah 2022Variety: Single Variety Red Price: Under $30 Key notes: Packed to the rafters with dark berry fruit and seductive spice. |
| Taylors Estate Tempranillo 2024Variety: Single Variety Red Price: Under $30 Key notes: Displays vibrant fruit notes balanced by savoury spice, making it instantly inviting and easy to enjoy. |
| Villa Maria Private Bin Merlot Hawkes Bay 2024Variety: Single Variety Red Price: Under $30 Key notes: Sweet-fruited and food friendly - a smooth operator! |
Best Aromatics under $30
| The Hunting Lodge Seasonal Albariño Marlborough 2025Variety: Aromatics Price: Under $30 Key notes: A stylish Champion White Wine that is textural and bright with stonefruit and fresh lime. |
| Mount Riley Gewurztraminer 2025Variety: Aromatics Price: Under $30 Key notes: Fragrant and fresh with medium-body and a dry finish. |
| Wither Hills Marlborough Riesling 2024Variety: Aromatics Price: Under $30 Key notes: Dry with succulent white peach, lemon and a refreshing finish. |
Best Chardonnay under $30
| Mount Riley Chardonnay 2024Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: Complex with ripe citrus and toasty oak, offering a well-balanced and inviting character. |
| Brancott Estate Letter Series O Chardonnay 2024Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: Creamy texture and flinty freshness with complex layers of classy goodness! |
| Lake Chalice The Raptor Chardonnay 2023Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: Bright acid, a creamy texture and delicious orchard fruit aromas. |
| Main Divide Chardonnay, North Canterbury 2024Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: A rich style with complex aromas and a dreamy texture. |
| Stoneleigh Latitude Marlborough Chardonnay 2024Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: Ripe and vibrant with notes of juicy white peach and zesty grapefruit, finishing with a clean, refined elegance. |
| te Pā Chardonnay 2023Variety: Chardonnay Price: Under $30 Key notes: Stylish and fresh with bright citrus and great energy. |
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Best Pinot Gris under $30
| Dashwood Pinot Gris 2024Variety: Pinot Gris Price: Under $30 Key notes: A real crowd pleaser with delicious fruit, spice and endless charm. |
| Astrolabe Marlborough Pinot Gris 2024Variety: Pinot Gris Price: Under $30 Key notes: Aromatic and bright with concentrated stonefruit, delicate spice and a fine texture. |
| Black Cottage Pinot Gris 2024Variety: Pinot Gris Price: Under $30 Key notes: Plush and fruity with a juicy long crisp finish. |
| McArthur Ridge Falls Dam 2024Variety: Pinot Gris Price: Under $30 Key notes: A Central Otago stunner that is textural and tangy with a dry finish. |
| Russian Jack Pinot Gris 2025Variety: Pinot Gris Price: Under $30 Key notes: Exquisite texture and aromatics - tropical fruit salad in a glass! |
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Best Sauvignon Blanc under $30
| Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2024Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: Opulent with intense fruit and herb aromas and salty acidity. |
| Babydoll Sauvignon Blanc 2025Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: Playful, fresh and tangy with a touch of salinity. |
| Church Road Sauvignon Blanc 2024Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: A delicious tropical Sauvignon Blanc from sunny Hawkes Bay. |
| Stoneleigh Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 750ml 2025Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: Classic and fresh with floral scents and a succulent lemony finish. |
| Vavasour Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: Classic Sauvignon Blanc with citrus purity and a mineral edge. |
| Waimea Sauvignon Blanc 2024Variety: Sauvignon Blanc Price: Under $30 Key notes: Crisp and refreshing with hints of citrus, tropical fruit, and a clean, mineral finish perfect with grilled fish and lemon. |
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Best Bubbles under $30
| Lindauer Special Reserve Brut NVVariety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: A complex and delicious Champion Sparkling with a perfumed nose and creamy texture. |
| Awatere River Methode Traditionnelle NVVariety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: Soft, complex bubbles with a velvety texture and great length. |
| Brown Brothers Sparking Moscato 2024Variety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: Vibrant and fun with fresh grape, citrus and sherbet aromas. |
| Canti Prosecco DOC NVVariety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: Fruity and floral with delicate bubbles and a dry, crisp finish. |
| Grande Cuvee 1531 Rose Crémant de Limoux NVVariety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: Exceptional quality with subtle fruit and creamy texture - delightful! |
| Jacob's Creek Reserve Sparkling Prosecco NVVariety: Bubbles Price: Under $30 Key notes: Dry-style Australian Prosecco with exquisite freshness and pear-drop deliciousness. |
Best Rosé under $30
| SOHO HARRY Rosé, Marlborough 2024Variety: Rosé Price: Under $30 Key notes: Our Champion Rosé is stylish and fresh with creamy strawberry and great length. |
| Adeline Rosé 2024Variety: Rosé Price: Under $30 Key notes: Tart strawberries, lemon zest and cream - summer in a glass. |
| Arrogant Frog Ribet Pink Rosé 2024Variety: Rosé Price: Under $30 Key notes: Elegant, crisp and dry with a mineral finish and summer vibes. |
| Listel Rosé 2024Variety: Rosé Price: Under $30 Key notes: Crisp and refreshing - liquid sunshine from the Mediterranean coast. |
| OTU Estate Rosé 2025Variety: Rosé Price: Under $30 Key notes: Perfumed and high energy with bright berry flavours and a candy apple finish. |
Best New Zealand Alternative Wine under $30
| Mountford Estate Blanc Pet Nat NVVariety: Alternative, Pétillant Naturel Price: Under $30 Key notes: Fun, fizzy, a little funky and a fantastic wine for celebrations. |
Affordable wines for any occasion
These wines represent the peak of all the gold medal-winning wines under $20. Whether you’re looking for sparkling, Rosé, red or white, there are many more quality, award-winning wines under $20 for you to explore.
All of our New World Wine Awards winners are available now and ready for you to share and enjoy. Shop here, or you can find them at your local New World.
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