Source: Scotland on Sunday (Spectrum) 2nd November 2008
Writer: Will Lyons (Louis Roederer UK Regional Wine Writer of the Year 2008)
Cloudy Bay redefined the taste of sauvignon blanc – but can it weather the storm produced by New Zealand's burgeoning competition?
Please feel free to click on the following link to read this article .... http://scotlandonsunday.scotsman.com/wine/Cloudy-Bay-redefined-the-taste.4650038.jp (please remember to click back to our site though!)
In this article he explains how New Zealand has not only become the new epicentre for premium sauvignon blanc but that recently, plantings of chardonnay, pinot noir, pinot gris and syrah have all shone, producing an elegant, Old World-style sophistication. He goes on to mention that Staete Landt wines (which we have just received!), in particular, are shining through. He writes:
The wines of Staete Landt vineyard have only just found its way to the UK. Situated in Rapaura, it produces a wine of subtlety, purity and complexity.
2007 Sauvignon Blanc, Staete Landt, Marlborough, New Zealand - A real find. The nose has all the hallmarks of New Zealand sauvignon: mango, papaya and passion fruit with a grassy, mineral character. The acidity and balance are superb – a class act.
2006 Chardonnay, Staete Landt, Marlborough, New Zealand - This is one of the best chardonnays from New Zealand. A delightful creamy, almond character on the nose with notes of nectarine. It's bone dry and has an intense, crisp burgundian feel. Outstanding.
As you will have noticed from our last blog post, both these wines are now in the Island and ready for purchase here at Dunell's. We are very proud to have these wines and we are sure you are going to love them.
See you soon....
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