Cloudy Bay, Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc Size:6x750ml from a plot on very

from a plot on very poor soils that has very balanced vines that usually give the more complex and deeper wine from the winery

There is a hint of warmth but overall this is quite well-balanced and the length is remarkable

The palate offers limited sweetness

70 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines)

pure and layered red pinot fruit

Cloudy Bay, Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc Size:6x750ml from a plot on veryMulti site blend with a significant proportion from Wairau. Gentle pressing. Settled for 24 hours. 8% new oak fermentation with indigenous yeast for 15 months. Partial MLF. TA 7. 9 g l, pH 2. 98. Pale medium lemon gold. Bacon fat, spice and smoke. Vanilla edge to touches of capsicum and gooseberry. Rich, textured palate with spice, vanilla and waxiness to gooseberry and boxwood. Complex and long, if you like the style. (TJ)