The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is powerfully concentrated, energetic and alive, with lashings of white spice, gooseberry, shortcrust pastry, tarragon/shaved fennel, aniseed, white chocolate and vanilla sponge. In the mouth, the acidity bolsters the fruit and makes for an explosive impact here. The wines from Clos Henri come highly recommended: founded by a tenth-generation Sancerre-based Bourgeois family, they have detailed viticulture and a respect for the terroir here in Marlborough. The fault line through the vineyard makes for an interesting topic of conversation. It all goes a long way to building a substantial story of place and style. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.
93 points, Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate (Dec 2024)
From a top biodynamic estate, this punches well above its price point, with none of the underripe Marlborough Sauvignon characteristics and all of the enticement of orchard blossoms and honey-drizzled citrus fruit. There's a signature stony mineral nuance at its core. The palate is harmonious with just-right acidity, lovely texture, flavor concentration and a long limey finish. Yum.
93 points, Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2024)
Very fresh and clean with a mountain stream-like transparency. It’s light-bodied but has a density and tension as well as subtle and vivid flavors of Meyer lemons and crushed stone. Drink now. Screw cap.
93 points, James Suckling (Mar 2024)
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