Clos HenriOtira Glacial Stones Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Product code: 24133
£23.20 inc VAT
New Zealand
White Wine from
Marlborough, New Zealand
Country
Country: New Zealand
Region
Region: Marlborough
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Wairau Valley
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Clos Henri
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
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Country
Country: New Zealand
Region
Region: Marlborough
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Wairau Valley
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: Clos Henri
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Ripe aromatics with a delicate expression; elderflower and clover honey adds complexity to the lemonade apple flavours which bloom across the gently pithy, dry palate.

Product Notes

The Clos Henri Otira Glacial Stones Sauvignon Blanc wine is an exquisite delight, hailing from the extraordinary terroirs of New Zealand. It exhibits a distinct style, with aromas of ripe citrus fruits, subtle herbal notes and a hint of white pepper. Its full-bodied profile reflects the unique flinty-minerality of the glacial stones, rendering a complex character. The mouth-filling flavours feature expressive blackcurrant bud and a zesty lemon finish. Aged on lees for three months, it has a texture that expertly balances out its refreshing acidity. A truly iconic expression of Marlborough's sophisticated winemaking capabilities.

About the Winery

Clos Henri

A mecca for wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs, Clos Henri is situated in the heart of Marlborough, New Zealand. Established in 2000 by the enigmatic French Bourgeois family, Clos Henri owns a distinguished history and legacy of winemaking in Sancerre that dates back ten generations. The story of this winery is one of tradition refined by discovery, echoing the ethos of the old-world wine craftsmanship infused with the spirit of New Zealand.

The 109-hectare vineyard is located on distinctive terroirs, comprising clay and gravel that are ideal for grape growing. This idyllic locale adds unique accents and complexity to the wine's flavours, embodying the inimitable charm of the region. Clos Henri produces a spectacular range of wines, including their widely revered Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, praised for their balance and depth.

Interestingly, the vineyard is managed organically and biodynamically, underscoring the family's commitment to sustainable, environmentally friendly winemaking. They genuinely believe that nurturing the soil and vine health leads to wine that truly epitomises the site it originates from.

At Clos Henri, you can sample the exquisite wine in the characterful chapel tasting room, a quaint remnant from the site's past life as a Christian mission station. The breath-taking backdrop of the Richmond Range completes the experience with an ambiance of serenity and tranquillity. The family's traditional approach to impeccable service ensures you'll be well taken care of from the moment you step foot on the vineyard to when you say your relunctant goodbyes.

For those seeking a complete wine journey; dining facilities, wine tours and accommodation are also available on-site. A visit to Clos Henri is more than just a wine-tasting - it's an enthralling epicurean journey to the heart of Marlborough's acclaimed winemaking dynasty.

For a truly authentic and enriching vineyard experience, a visit to Clos Henri is a must in the discovery of New Zealand's distinctive wines and landscapes. For all wine lovers and adventurers cherish such engaging encounters, a trip to this world-renowned winery is inevitable.

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