Clos Henri : "Waimaunga" Sauvignon Blanc 2021
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Guaranteed provenanceWines sourced directly from the producing estates
Description
The delicateness and freshness of a New Zealand Sauvignon
The estate
Nestling in the foothills of the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, Clos Henri is a great New Zealand estate run by a Sancerre landmark: the Bourgeois family, winemakers for 10 generations. Eager to reveal the finest terroirs of Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc, Rémi and Jean-Marie Bourgeois set out to explore the world to find their pearl. After a long search, the family decided to set up in New Zealand, founding Clos Henri in 2000. Today, the estate comprises 110 hectares of vines, 42 hectares of which are certified organic.
The vineyard
Rich in glacial soils, the estate has one of the most varied terroirs in the Marlborough Valley. Marked by three distinct geological periods, the soil is made up of layers of Aeolian clay and rolled pebbles.
Clos Henri Waimaunga Sauvignon Blanc 2021 stems from the "Waimaunga" plot, made up of a remarkable clay terroir.
Winemaking and ageing
Following a gentle pressing, 85% of the must was placed in stainless steel vats to begin fermentation, while the remaining 15% fermented spontaneously in old French oak barrels and 600-litre Austrian demi-muids. The wine was then aged on its fine lees for eight months, before being placed in stainless steel vats and barrels for a further six months.
Grape variety
Characteristics and tasting tips for Waimaunga Sauvignon Blanc 2021 from Clos Henri
Tasting
Nose
The nose is fresh and intense, with scents of lemon and honeysuckle.
Palate
The palate is vibrant, unveiling an intense freshness, graced with notes of lime and a full finish.
