The Pelorus Vintage has sumptuous aromas that invoke thoughts of a baker's kitchen . warm brioche and almond flan with lashings of strawberries and cream. The palate is powerful yet elegant with buttery shortbread flavours, a delicate orange tang and the (6 x 75 cl)
Colours of pale-straw and the ripe, citrus aromas of Pelorus indicate its Chardonnay based origins; the fresh, lemon-like characters are underpinned by bready notes derived from its two years ageing on yeast lees. Savoury flavours reminiscent of freshly-toasted bread mingle with luscious, creamy nuances to enhance the complex palate. The finish is crisp, clean and delicate with lingering nutty flavours. (6 x 75 cl)
"This is one of the world's great sparkling wines because it offers the mysterious paradox of finnese yet flavour, delicacy yet decisiveness" Malcolm Gluck, The Guardian. (12 x 75 cl)
Cloudy Bay Chardonnay has steadily built a stature and reputation in line with that of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc. The grapes are sourced from both estate and contract vineyards within the Wairau Valley. The dominant fruit characters of melon and peach blend harmoniously with toasty vanillin oak and mealy yeast autolysis characters. (12 x 75 cl)
Pinot Noir thrives in Marlborough where Cloudy Bay has planted the best clones in prime vineyard locations to produce the highest quality fruit. Crop levels are carefully controlled to ensure the grapes have great concentration of flavour and this is enhanced by tried and true 'hands off' winemaking practices. The Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is a richly flavoured, medium bodied and finely structured wine. Bright vermilion with purple tints, it typically shows enticing fragrant aromas of mulled plums, cherries and tobacco and has a full lingering palate. (6 x 75 cl)
Cloudy Bay Te Koko is an individual expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grape, a complex and savoury wine that is both deliciously aromatic and richly textured. Aromas of lychee and honeysuckle intermingle with the scent of thyme and a hint of smoky oak. Released as a matured wine, Te Koko is a full-bodied, alternative style of Sauvignon Blanc ... a complimentary addition to the Cloudy Bay range. (6 x 75 cl)