This vibrant Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc draws character from two acclaimed family farms—McClean and Comely Bank—where free-draining soils and a long, cool growing season create perfect conditions for expressive aromatics and bright fruit flavors.
Tasting Notes
- Appearance: Bright clarity
- Aroma: Pink grapefruit, guava, and mango
- Palate: Crisp and lively with bright minerality and lime zest
- Finish: Clean and racy
- Structure: Fresh and balanced, 12.5% alcohol
Technical Details
- Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Vineyard Blend: 60% McClean, 40% Comely Bank
- Total Acidity: 7.72 g/L
- pH: 3.41
- Residual Sugar: 1.9 g/L
- Production: 15,000 cases
- Recognition: 89 points Wine Spectator (2022)
Character
Named for Captain Cook's historic Pacific voyage, this wine captures the classic Marlborough style: intensely aromatic with signature citrus notes and mineral complexity.