Named after Clifford Bay, into which the Awatere River empties, this is typically a very classy Marlborough wine. Grown at three sites, the striking 2020 vintage (5*) was handled entirely in stainless steel tanks. Light lemon/green, it is intensely aromatic and weighty, with notably deep melon, passionfruit and green capsicum flavours and a long, dry (2.5 grams/litre of residual sugar) finish. A top buy.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2020
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★★ – 5 Stars
Price: $25 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: V+
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2021
This wine is a Classic.