Cloudy Bay

The Myth: The Splendor of Marlborough

The name comes from the bay located to the east of the valley, named by Captain Cook in 1770. Cloudy Bay was one of the first five estates to be established in Marlborough, and its success was so meteoric in the 90s that bottles were subject to strict quotas at wine merchants around the world.

• The Style: An explosive, pure and instantly recognizable aromatic profile. This is the wine that defined the standard for "New Zealand Sauvignon": exuberant, fruity and electric.

• The Image: With its clean label depicting the silhouette of the Richmond mountains, Cloudy Bay embodies a modern and relaxed elegance.

Local Products and Innovation

Although the domaine as an institution, it continues to explore the diversity of Marlborough through two main areas:

1. Wairau Valley: Ancient gravel soils that bring a tropical feel and acidic vibrancy.

2. Southern Valleys: More clayey soils that provide structure and deeper mineral notes.

The Cloudy Bay Experience

Today, Cloudy Bay is no longer just a vineyard; it's a destination. domaine has succeeded in creating a lifestyle around its wines:

• The "Jack's Raw Bar": At domaine, The wines are enjoyed with local oysters or raw fish, highlighting the perfect pairing between Sauvignon Blanc and seafood.

• Expansion to Central Otago: THE domaine recently invested in the vineyard Te Wahi in Central Otago, to produce an even more intense and structured Pinot Noir, proving his thirst for new challenges.

Kevin Judd, whom we were talking about for the domaine GreywackeHe was the first manager and winemaker at Cloudy Bay. He shaped the style of the house for 25 years before striking out on his own.