2023 Cloudy Bay Te Koko

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Cloudy Bay is New Zealand's benchmark wine brand and the most internationally acclaimed. It is one of the first five wineries in Marlborough, New Zealand's premier wine region (located at the northernmost tip of the South Island). It takes its name from the Cloudy Bay to the east, discovered by Captain Cook. As a pioneer, Cloudy Bay definitively put the Marlborough wine region on the map. Marlborough's cool, maritime climate is interspersed with abundant sunshine. Long sunny days and cool nights create beautiful aromas and powerful flavors.

The emperor or empress among Cloudy Bay wines is Te Koko. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes come from a very old vineyard. As with very old vineyards, yields are often very low, but the quality is extremely good. For this reason, very old vineyards are often replaced by young vines that yield higher yields, but fortunately not with these vineyards located in Rapaura, Brancott, and Renwick, because these are the high-quality grapes from which this Te Koko is produced. The grapes for this wine come from four Cloudy Bay vineyards and are harvested at night for optimal fruit intensity. In addition, this Te Koko has undergone a long oak aging of 12 months, resulting in a full-bodied, thick, and somewhat oily wine with wonderful acidity, lovely (citrus) fruit, jasmine flowers, sweet spices, and hints of ginger. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, creamy on the palate, and the finish is very subtle but present with smoky oak and a touch of vanilla.

FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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Specifications

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Type of Wine White
Country New Zealand
Region Marlborough
Winery Cloudy Bay
Grape Sauvignon Blanc
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2023
Drinking as of 2025
Drinking till 2031
Alcohol % 13.5
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Screw cap
Promotion Tier Price
Parker rating 95
James Suckling rating 93
Tasting Profiles Aromatisch, Droog, Fris, Fruitig, Groen & grassig, Strak, Tropisch fruit, Wit fruit
Drink moments Borrelen, Cadeau!, Met vrienden, Summer party, Terras, Voor alledag

Professional Reviews

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Parker

95

James Suckling

93

Wijnhuis

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Cloudy Bay is a famous winery located in Marlborough, New Zealand. It is internationally known for its excellent Sauvignon Blanc wines. The winery was founded in 1985 and played a pioneering role in establishing New Zealand's reputation as a producer of high-quality white wines.

More information about Cloudy Bay

Cloudy Bay's Sauvignon Blanc is widely regarded as one of the world's best of its kind. It is known for its expressive and aromatic character, with vibrant aromas of citrus, gooseberry, and fresh herbs. The wines are refreshing and crisp, and have a unique minerality that comes from the Marlborough soil.

In addition to Sauvignon Blanc, Cloudy Bay also produces other wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and sparkling wines. These wines are often elegant and well balanced, reflecting the terroir of Marlborough and demonstrating the skill of the house winemakers.

Not only does Cloudy Bay emphasize quality in the bottle, but the winery has also made significant efforts in sustainability and environmental consciousness. They take measures to reduce the impact of their activities on the environment and strive for ecological responsibility in their viticultural practices.

All in all, Cloudy Bay is a household name for wine lovers around the world and the winery continues to strive for excellence in their products, expressing the unique characteristics of Marlborough in every sip.

 

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