CLOS HENRI Estate Sauvignon Blanc - Wairau Valley Marlborough 2023/24 Bottle ORG

Description

IN BRIEF
Clos Henri Estate Sauvignon Blanc is a distinguished wine that captures the essence of Marlborough while reflecting the winery’s Sancerre heritage. Made from glacial stones and windblown clay terroirs, this organic Sauvignon Blanc is the flagship offering from Clos Henri in Blenheim. Crafted from the youngest vines, the fruit is meticulously hand-harvested and undergoes extended lees contact to enhance its complexity. Wine Enthusiast awarded it 91 points, noting its gently reductive character with flinty notes, spiced citrus peel, and hints of guava and apricot stone. Vinous gave it 88 points, praising its clean, crisp profile with subtle flavors of boxwood, lemon, and apple, leading to a balanced, stony finish. This wine exemplifies Clos Henri’s commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

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ABOUT THE WINE
Showing vivacity, concentration and brightness, the Estate wines are crafted from both our glacial stones and windblown clay terroirs. Combining the best nuances of Marlborough and our Sancerre heritage, this organic Sauvignon Blanc is our flagship wine from the Clos Henri estate in Blenheim. This is a blend of the youngest vines on the Clos Henri estate. The fruit is hand harvested and made with the same particular care as the top Clos Henri Sauvignon with extended lees contact to create a wine of greater complexity.

WINE ENHTUSIAST 91 points
Gently reductive at first pour, the flintier notes perch atop spiced citrus peel, guava and apricot stone. There's subtlety to the palate, nothing sticking out or showing off. Classy and harmonious, this organic and biodynamic wine expresses variety and place without having to shout about it. — Christina Pickard

VINOUS 88 points
Drinking Window 2025 - 2028
From: New Zealand Whites: Never Gonna Give You Up (Mar 2025)
The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc Estate is clean, crisp and dry. It is aromatically pared back, with subtle flavors of boxwood, lemon and apple on the balanced, stony finish, which offers tension and line. There's lots of good stuff here, I just want more intensity and it to last longer. - By Rebecca Gibb MW on March 2025

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ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Clos Henri is a notable winery located in the Marlborough region of New Zealand, known for its commitment to producing high-quality wines, particularly from Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Established in 2003 by the experienced French winemaker Henri Bourgeois, Clos Henri combines traditional French winemaking techniques with the unique terroir of Marlborough, which is celebrated for its ideal growing conditions.

The estate spans approximately 30 hectares, with vineyards situated on the cool, fertile soils of the region. Clos Henri emphasizes sustainable farming practices, allowing the grapes to thrive while expressing the characteristics of the land. The winery is recognized for its vibrant and expressive wines, which often feature bright fruit flavors, refreshing acidity, and complexity, embodying the essence of Marlborough.

With an unwavering dedication to quality, Clos Henri has garnered attention and acclaim from wine enthusiasts and critics, making it a sought-after choice for those looking to explore the best of New Zealand wines. The winery successfully captures the spirit of its origins while honouring its French heritage, offering a delightful experience for both casual drinkers and collectors alike.