2021 Cloudy Bay Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc
Grape
Sauvignon Blanc
Its Origins
Established in 1985 by Cape Mentelle, Cloudy Bay Vineyards is situated in the Wairau Valley in Marlborough at the northern end of New Zealand’s South Island. This unique and cool wine region enjoys a maritime climate with the longest hours of sunshine of any place in New Zealand. Cloudy Bay has estate vineyards located at prime sites within the Wairau Valley, and long-term supply agreements with five Wairau Valley growers. The main varieties grown are sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, and pinot noir with lesser quantities of gewurztraminer, Riesling, and pinot gris.
What The Critics Say
96/100 Bob Campbell MW
"Distinctive wine with passionfruit, gooseberry, tree fruits and citrus/lime zest characters. Purity and power with an ethereal texture and lingering finish. Captures the essence of the variety and delivers it with a unique twist of its own. Sauvignon with cellaring potential 30 Nov 2023." Drink 2023 - 2028
96/100 Stephen Wong MW
"Bright gold. Musky apple aromas, herbaceous overtones, red peppers. Savoury tomato. A hint of oak and sweet almond, a touch of caramel/butterscotch on the back. Broadly complex, layered fruit and green apple skins with a chewy, crisp finish. Lovely acidity, long, persistent, tangy apple. Perfumed, slow to unfurl. Powerful but restrained. Very long. Overall effect is one of impact, punchy herbaceous, closed fruit, minerality, steely, very concentrated 29 Dec 2023." Drink 2025 - 2029
95+/100 RobertParker.com, Erin Larkin
"Te Koko is arguably the wine that launched the concept of premium Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand in the 1980s—no mean feat. On the nose, this 2021 Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc leads with pink grapefruit, nashi pear, white pepper, layers of crushed shells and brine, with hints of vanilla pod and star anise. In the mouth, all of the above with additional cut fennel, suggestions of marzipan, graphite and white pepper. There is a gentle lees texture and brilliant length of flavor. Excellent wine. The only reason you could possibly not like this wine is if you don't like Sauvignon Blanc, and even then, I'd insist that you try it. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap." Drink 2023 - 2036
| Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
|---|---|
| Region | Marlborough |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 13.50% |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2036 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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