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Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2005

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Winery:
Cloudy Bay
Varietal:
Sauvignon Blanc
Region:
New Zealand > Marlborough
Type:
White Wine
Drink Dates:
Drink Now - 2011
UPC:
081753802745

User Tags:  fruit, citrus, grass, acidic, grapefruit, crisp, mediterranean and subtropical fruits, usual, color descriptors, tropical fruit 


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Sauvignon Blanc has a long history in France, and is even one of the parents of the most famous grape of all, Cabernet Sauvignon. Though having achieved high levels of acceptance and popularity in France, Sauvignon Blanc was more commonly associated with specific regions or villages, Pouilly Fume for example. With its arrival in new Zealand, and the country's ability to draw out a level of intensity from the grape, it was poised for bigger and better things. New Zealand's Sauvignon Blanc is often suggested as an alternative to Chardonnay. Its incredibly bright flavor, snappy acidity and fresh, easy feel are a perfect contrast to the rich, buttery full-bodied style of Chardonnay that is most popular. The citrus, pineapple and kiwi fruit tones most common in New Zealand's Sauvignon Blanc are paired with intensely green aromatics that recall gooseberries, freshly cut grass, and jalapenos, offering an unusual and unusually compelling blend of savory and sweet that has found a huge following.

Winemakers Notes

Cloudy Bay has been the benchmark New Zealand wine, from the iconic New Zealand winemaker Kevin Judd, since its founding in 1985 as one of the first 5 wineries in Marlborough. The ultra-premium wines express the purity and intensity of fruit flavors naturally afforded by the top vineyard sites and maritime climate.

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Brilliant fruit flavors and intense varietal character are the hallmarks of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc. Often reminiscent of gooseberries, lychees and other tropical fruits, the intense flavors of this exuberant wine are backed up with bracing acidity. Vinification methods retain the freshness of the distinctive fruit characteristics with a portion barrel-fermented to enhance palate structure. Enjoy this wine in its youth for its startlingly fresh, racy aromas and tangy, flavorsome palate.


 

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Totality team dinner 30May2006. 2001 vintage came recommeded by andrew99bell.


June 2009

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Snooth User: meter67
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enjoyable wine, light and crisp


January 2008

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Case of 1 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2005 6x75cl


October 2008

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Snooth User: Aglianico
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Crisp, juicy with notes of citrus. Will evolve in the glass or as the bottle sits out and also show spicy or floral notes.

Even though for some reason I continue to think it is overpriced for what it is, I keep coming back. I think I've bougt it a half dozen times.


January 2008

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Snooth User: colinrchorley
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I have to be honest and say I was really looking forward to opening this bottle simply because of the fame but afterwards I was left thoroughly disappointed. A real green tint once poured, massive apple flavour straight away before a real sharpness takes over. Although drinkable, I can't help but feel the price dictated there should be more to it as I have had other Sauvignon Blanc's for a lot less which have just as much going for them as this. The hype is overblown.


March 2009

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