Sauvignon Blanc Wine of New Zealand Appellation Marlborough Wine Our iconic Sauvignon Blanc has a zesty and vibrant nose, with notes of juicy citrus and makrut lime underpinned by subtle white nectarine and passionfruit notes. The palate is mouth-watering, with ripe vibrant passionfruit and citrus at the fore. These meld with tropical hints of peach and guava, gently balanced by stony saline notes. This wine doesn’t need food to be enjoyed at it’s best, however is generously versatile pairing beautifully with fresh fish, shellfish and light fragrant dishes. Quality is our obsession, our hallmark, and our promise. We know making exceptional wines takes acute attention to detail in all aspects of wine production. In the vineyards, our yields are around 30% lower than the regional average. In the winery, we use technology, taste and experience to select only the best grapes for each wine. It might mean fewer bottles, but it always means better wine. Beyond the quality of our wines, we care most about protecting this place we call home. Cloudy Bay is a founding member of Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand. In Central Otago, our vineyards are farmed organically. Selected Estate blocks in Marlborough are trialing organic practices to roll out across the remaining vineyards. Green Dot Dietary Information Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites Allergy Advice Contains Sulphites Manufacturer Produced and bottled by: Cloudy Bay Vineyards Ltd., Jacksons Road, Blenheim, New Zealand 7240. Country of Origin Country of origin: New Zealand Wine of New Zealand Packaging Bottle Alcohol Alcohol by volume: 13.5% Alcoholic content: 10.1 units Agent: Cloudy Bay Grape variety: Uva di Troia, Sauvignon Blanc Producer: Cloudy Bay Winemaker: Cloudy Bay Wine colour: White Type of closure: Screwcap Storage instructions: This wine is ideal for drinking now but can be kept for up to 5 years History: Cloudy Bay was established in 1985. After a single sip of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, founder David Hohnen realised New Zealand's potential as a wine region. Cloudy Bay became one of the first five wineries established in Marlborough and is now New Zealand's most recognised winery on the world stage. From the first vintage, Cloudy Bay wines have found international acclaim for their remarkable quality and consistency. Regional information: Our Sauvignon Blanc fruit comes largely from vineyards planted in Wairau Valley's Rapaura, Renwick and Brancott Valley sub-regions. The area's warm, dry maritime climate and free-draining gravelly soils are perfect for Sauvignon Blanc. Key blocks include the Estate, Motukawa, Widow's Block, Red Shed, and Mustang vineyards. Vinification: Fruit from each vineyard ferments separately before blending, a critical step in maintaining Cloudy Bay's famous consistency. Rather than blending to make more wine, the winemakers carefully select the right grapes (from over 90 batches) for each year's wine. This means the quantity may change, but never the quality.