{"title":"Cloudy Bay","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop Cloudy Bay wines online, featuring Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Celebrated New Zealand wines known for freshness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2017-cloudy-bay-te-wahi-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2017 Cloudy Bay Te Wahi Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFalstaff (93 \/ 100)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Vintage | Tasted: Jan 2021\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark crimson garnet, purple reflections, black forest fruit, a hint of black tea, dried flower petals, some liquorice. Complex, juicy, ripe plum, dark cherry, integrated ripe tannins, fine fruit on the finish, persistent, mineral-salty on the finish, has length and maturity, definite ageing potential.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator (93 \/ 100)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Vintage | Tasted: Oct 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Zealand Wine Rater (90 \/ 100)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Vintage | Tasted: Jan 2021\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a real statement wine and while it has plent y of character and power, and seems built for the long haul both judges questioned whether it showed any 'pinosity' as it comes across as a fairly generic, modern red wine. It has an intense nose with aromas of toasty, barrel char, pencil shavings, and complex sulphides. It's a strapping, extractive wine with weighty, chewy tannins and lots of oak-derived flavours... fans of the style may love it, while we questioned its charm and level of drink-ability.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson (17 \/ 20)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2017 Vintage | Tasted: Aug 2021 | When to drink: 2020 to 2030\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTe Wāhi means ‘the place’ in te reo Māori, reflecting both the importance of terroir and the sense of finding a second home. It is a powerful wine with an opulent core of dark berry fruit and structured tannins. Over time, warm spices and notes of forest floor flourish and provide complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTe Wāhi is a true Central Otago Pinot Noir, created from the fruit of two contrasting vineyards: Northburn and Calvert. Northburn sits on the steep, hilly east bank of Lake Dunstan. The vines here spread across terraces of unforgiving, rocky, glacial soils. Helped by large diurnal shifts of warm days and cool nights, these soils produce fruit of great structure and intensity. Calvert, on Felton Road in Bannockburn, sits in the silty, loamy soils and rolling terrain of an ancient lakebed. Calvert produces opulent, elegant fruit. These complementary vineyards work together to deliver a beautifully balanced wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 growing season began with ideal spring conditions and warm temperatures, however cooler weather over flowering led to a naturally reduced crop and smaller bunches. The grapes were handpicked between the 3rd and 27th April.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes were predominantly de-stemmed into open top fermenters, with 15% whole bunch inclusion. There, the grapes underwent a five-day cold soak before the start of wild yeast fermentation. The cap management consisted of plunging between one and four times daily. Total skin contact time ranged from seventeen to twenty-five days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAgeing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter twelve months barrel-aging in French oak barriques (30% new), the wine was bottled on 3rd of July 2018. It was released on July 1st 2019, after twelve months of additional bottle aging in the Cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFilled with dusky bramble, wild strawberry notes and hints of violets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivers an elegant core of concentrated damson and hedgerow fruit, underpinned by dense tannins and a vibrant freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Central Otago \/ New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: 12 months in French oak barriques (30% new)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Type: French\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyard \/ Geo info: Northburn and Calvert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwnership: LVMH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2020–2030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736084476267,"sku":"SK98170321","price":139.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2017CloudyBayTeWahiPinotNoir750ml_16ac18ff-680a-4ef4-acf3-ddcf33a97134.png?v=1780617476"},{"product_id":"2023-cloudy-bay-pinot-noir-750ml","title":"2023 Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season began relatively unsettled, leading to inconsistent fruit-set and lower yields with looser bunches. This proved to be a blessing, as the mild and humid weather that followed required rigorous canopy management to handle disease pressure. Long sunny days and cool nights in March provided the perfect environment for ripening, allowing each block to reach its full potential before picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot Noir comes from the cool clay soils and rolling, north-facing slopes of Marlborough's Southern Valleys region. The aged alluvial gravels and dense clay subsoils balance drainage and water availability to yield the region's best grapes. The key vineyards for this variety are Mustang, Delta, and Barracks. The vines are trained with vertical shoot positioning to make the most of the sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are de-stemmed and sorted using an optical sorter before being gravity-fed into open-topped fermentation tanks. Some whole bunches are included to build structure. The skins were gently plunged, with an average of 21 days' skin contact, and then 100% of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation. After fermentation, the wines were matured in French oak for 11 months, of which 30% was new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeautifully aromatic and enticing on the nose, with a distinctly summery character. Scents of strawberry and cherry run alongside a touch of vanilla and toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palate is immediately bright and concentrated. Notes of sun-ripened Victoria plums, strawberry and cherry recall fruit picking on warm days. All is freshened and enlivened by a dart of redcurrant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVersatility is this wine’s calling card. It matches with a wide variety of foods, including lighter game meats (duck, rabbit), lamb, roasted vegetables, berries, herbs and almost anything chargrilled. It also pairs well with meaty and oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, swordfish, monkfish and tuna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloudy Bay Vineyards is one of the most famous producers of the Marlborough wine region on the South Island of New Zealand. It was established in 1985 as one of the first producers of Marlborough. The winery has multiple vineyards in the Wairau Valley sub region of Marlborough, as well as an additional estate and cellar door in Central Otago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Marlborough \/ New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity TA: 5.2 g\/l\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity pH: 3.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: 11 months in French oak (30% new)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Type: French\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyard \/ Geo info: Southern Valleys (Mustang, Delta, Barracks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwnership: LVMH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2026–2035\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736084509035,"sku":"SK99181215","price":63.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023CloudyBayPinotNoir750ml.png?v=1780617042"},{"product_id":"2023-cloudy-bay-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2023 Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Review Online (94 \/ 100)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2023 Vintage | Tasted: Jun 2025\u003cbr\u003e\"I have always been impressed with all aspects of the Cloudy Bay operation, and the fact that it can make Chardonnay as delicious and long-lasting as its Sauvignon Blancs should not be a surprise to those who haven’t tried one. What really is intriguing about this one is that the aftertaste magnifies what comes before – lots of fresh and dried apple flavors with good minerality, medium body, hints of tannins and overall solid structure.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2023 Vintage | Tasted: Nov 2024\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright and clear with dried-apple, mineral and stone aromas with some honeysuckle undertones. Medium-bodied, this has tangy and crisp acidity, nougat and cooked-apple flavors. Limes in the finish. The vividness is impressive. Drink now. Screw cap.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Vineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season began relatively unsettled, leading to inconsistent fruit-set and lower yields with looser bunches. This proved to be a blessing, as the mild and humid weather that followed required rigorous canopy management to handle disease pressure. Long sunny days and cool nights in March provided the perfect environment for ripening, allowing each block to reach full potential before picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chardonnay comes from a combination of vineyards chosen for their complementary soil types, including Mustang, Brookby, Valhalla, Widows, and Cloudy Bay Estate. The warm gravelly soils of the Wairau Valley and the cooler clay soils of the Southern Valleys are used in unison to provide a great balance of ripeness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter gentle pressing, the juice was settled and racked before being transferred to French oak barriques and new 6-kilolitre cuves. Half of the batches were put into barrels with full solids. 100% of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation. The wine rested in barrel and cuve for 11 months before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen and expressive on the nose, with enticing notes of white nectarine, pear and citrus complemented by a touch of subtle, savoury oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is taut at first, unfurling in the glass to reveal notes of vibrant citrus, just-ripe apricot, greengage and a refreshing vein of minerality that adds a sense of drive to the concentrated and mouthwatering palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA natural match for just about everything, especially seafood, Caprese salad, soft cows’ cheeses, cream sauces, or anything smoked or chargrilled. It also pairs well with chicken and turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Marlborough \/ New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity TA: 6.77 g\/l\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity pH: 3.19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: Oaked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Type: French\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwnership: LVMH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2025–2032\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736084574571,"sku":"SK72916633","price":59.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023_Cloudy_Bay_Chardonnay_750ml.png?v=1780389824"},{"product_id":"2023-cloudy-bay-te-koko-sauvignon-blanc","title":"2023 Cloudy Bay Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Real Review (5 Stars)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e#1 of 172 2023 Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe season began relatively unsettled, leading to inconsistent fruit-set and lower yields with looser bunches. This proved to be a blessing, as the mild and humid weather that followed required rigorous canopy management to handle disease pressure. \"The ripening period in March and April was settled with cooler nights, helping to retain freshness, allowing the team to hand-pick each individual parcel when ready.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTe Koko comes from older vines planted on the floor of the Wairau Valley. \"The warm, free-draining gravelly soils of the Motukawa, Widow's Block, and Brook Street vineyards are ideal for Sauvignon Blanc.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter gentle pressing and settling for 24 hours, the juice was racked directly to French oak barrels and large format wooden cuves. Fermentation was initiated by indigenous yeasts and progressed slowly over four to five months. The wine rested in barrel on fine lees before blending. \"The winemaking team finished the ageing using stainless steel, concrete tanks, and large-format wooden cuves to create a delicate balance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInitially reticent, opening with time to reveal notes of just-ripe mango, lemon verbena, and juicy sun-warmed lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConcentrated and mouthwateringly complex. The sun-warmed impression continues with notes of meadow hay, preserved citrus, and white nectarine. Layers of salted almond and a gentle smoky minerality lead through to a long and focused finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePairs well with Chinese-style crispy pork belly, vibrant spicy dishes, or smoked salmon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloudy Bay Vineyards was established in 1985 as one of the first producers in the Marlborough region. The winery has multiple vineyards in the Wairau Valley sub-region, known for a strong maritime climate and long sunshine hours. Originally founded by David Hohnen, the estate is now part of the LVMH group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Marlborough \/ New Zealand\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.5% \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity TA: 7.01 g\/l\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidity pH: 3.01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: Oaked\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak Type: French\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwnership: LVMH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Screw cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window: 2025–2033\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736084640107,"sku":"SK65526424","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/2023CloudyBayTeKokoSauvignonBlanc750ml_3aafd244-c019-427d-96c0-452b954fd299.png?v=1780389825"},{"product_id":"2025-cloudy-bay-sauvignon-blanc-750ml","title":"2025 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe vineyards\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSauvignon Blanc comes largely from vineyards planted on the Wairau Valley floor, where the climate and free-draining gravelly soils are perfect for the variety. This includes the Estate, Motukawa, Widow's Block, Red Shed, and Mustang vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe vintage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Sauvignon Blanc vintage was defined by patience. The season began with extraordinary promise, bringing an exceptional flowering that resulted in the largest bunches in living memory. The ripening process was prolonged, requiring the team to wait until optimum flavour and concentration were reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the harvest, the free-run juice was cold settled before racking and inoculation with selected yeast. Fermentation was carried out primarily in stainless steel tanks, with almost 5% of the blend fermented at warmer temperatures in large format oak vats. A portion was also fermented using wild yeast to build texture and complexity. Fruit from each vineyard ferments separately before blending, with only 61 of over 80 portions selected for the final wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 vintage is open and expressive on the nose, with aromas of peach, elderflower, makrut lime, and freshly squeezed lemon. The palate is bright and layered with lemon curd and white nectarine, lifted by a refreshing character that recalls a cool sea breeze with hints of sea salt and dune grass. There is a sense of poise, with a refined mid-palate carried by steel-cut citrus acidity and an elegant, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant, Fruity, and Dry with notes of Lime, Flowers, and Peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is a natural match for almost any seafood, including tempura oysters, locally-caught sashimi, and steamed mussels with garlic, citrus, and parsley. It is also a great match for green salads, goats' cheese, feta, and grilled Shishito peppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Marlborough \/ New Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation: Unoaked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyard \/ Geo info: Wairau Valley floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweetness: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwnership: LVMH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosure: Screwcap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736084672875,"sku":"SK23347775","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/cloudybaysauvblanc_28356e68-963c-4d30-b2e0-4ebc374ecbd5.jpg?v=1780389826"},{"product_id":"2022-cloudy-bay-chardonnay-750ml","title":"2022 Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1985, Cloudy Bay was one of the first five wine makers to venture into Marlborough. At the time, it was almost an unimaginable place to set-up a vineyard. But Cloudy Bay’s founder - David Hohnen - was convinced of its potential to produce great wine and invested in the best land of the region. Since then, Marlborough has risen to become New Zealand’s leading wine region, as well as one of the finest winemaking locations in the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttractive on the nose, with ripe notes of Meyer lemon and white nectarine. Subtle oak is present, with aromas like the first spoon-crack of the top of a good crème brûlée: vanilla, a hint of darkness and plenty of promise. The palate is taut and vibrant, with mouthwatering citrus framing a core of conference pear and white nectarine. The deft oak complements the fruit concentration, creating structure and ensuring a balanced rather than overtly fruity character. Saline-fresh on the long and beguiling finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e2398fd elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-content\" data-id=\"e2398fd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-content.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere is plenty of intensity on the nose with aromas of white nectarine, red apple and grapefruit combined with a layer of nutmeg scented, savoury oak. The touch of reduction is subtle, contributing a faint whiff of struck match. On the palate there is a subtle biscuity, creamy layer that wraps around the fruit resulting in a silky texture. 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This vintage reflects the purity and intensity that has defined Cloudy Bay’s style, offering an intriguing balance of restraint and complexity. The wine is a captivating blend of citrus, pink grapefruit, and makrut lime, which gives way to delicate layers of hibiscus, passionfruit, and white stone fruit. Its mouthwatering acidity is enhanced by a fresh, saline edge, and the wine finishes with a long, concentrated complexity that will reward cellaring. The 2024 vintage showcases the meticulous care in vineyard management and winemaking, continuing Cloudy Bay’s legacy of crafting wines that express the unique terroir of Marlborough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Sauvignon Blanc presents a nuanced and elegant expression of the Marlborough region, revealing a sophisticated evolution from previous vintages. While retaining its signature vibrancy, the 2024 release is characterized by a restrained aromatic profile that gradually unfurls to reveal its full complexity. With its exceptional clarity and balance, this wine is the perfect reflection of Cloudy Bay’s dedication to quality and innovation. Whether enjoyed now or aged for the future, Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a testament to the winery’s commitment to excellence and its pioneering spirit in New Zealand’s wine industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"c-product__details-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca class=\"c-product__link\" data-scroll-maker-tabs=\"\"\u003eCloudy Bay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal: \u003c\/strong\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry: \u003c\/strong\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion: \u003c\/strong\u003eMarlborough\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage: \u003c\/strong\u003e2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV: \u003c\/strong\u003e13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c-product__details-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size: \u003c\/strong\u003e750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"col-12 mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"small text-muted pb-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window: \u003c\/strong\u003e2025-2029\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"mb-4 ml-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52736184320363,"sku":"SK55612417","price":54.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/5483\/8635\/files\/cloudybaysauvblanc_ce39b0b8-434a-428c-9907-b13ece404530.jpg?v=1767589131"},{"product_id":"2020-cloudy-bay-pinot-noir-750ml-copy","title":"2021 Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCloudy Bay, renowned for its iconic Sauvignon Blanc, is also a devoted champion of Marlborough Pinot Noir, distinguished by its refined and elegant style, a departure from many other New Zealand producers. Yet, their Pinot Noir retains the robustness reminiscent of Burgundy. The 2021 Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is a testament to this varietal's allure, boasting captivating aromas of boysenberry, cherry, and fragrant florals. On the palate, it bursts with dark cherry, cranberry, and hedgerow fruit, supported by fine tannins, culminating in a fresh and succulent experience. 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Since there is no winery there, the fruit picked early in the morning is carried to the winery in Marlborough with refrigerated trucks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGarnet in colour fading to brick tones. Shows more dried fruit character than fresh berry notes with medlar, iodine and forest floor aromas joined on the palate by strawberry marmelade and rosehip flavours. Ripe and concentrated with rounded tannins, more firm than the standard Pinot bottling. 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