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Description of Domaine Clos Henri Vineyard
Domaine Clos Henri Vineyard, established in the heart of the renowned Marlborough region in New Zealand, is the result of the fusion between French winemaking expertise and the exceptional New Zealand terroir. Founded by the Bourgeois family, famous winemakers of the Loire Valley, the estate is committed to biodynamic and sustainable viticulture, aiming to produce wines that embody the purity and intensity of their terroir.
Description of the Cuvée Clos Henri Vineyard Waimaunga Pinot Noir
Cuvée Clos Henri Vineyard Waimaunga Pinot Noir is a remarkable expression of Pinot Noir, from vines carefully selected for their exceptional quality. This vintage reflects the estate's quest for excellence, offering a wine that combines the finesse and complexity characteristic of Pinot Noir with the richness of the Marlborough terroir. It is the symbol of harmony between nature and artisanal know-how.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Pinot Noir reveals a captivating aromatic spectrum, with notes of cherry, raspberry and plum, intertwined with touches of undergrowth, sweet spices and a fine minerality. Aging in oak barrels brings nuances of vanilla and toast, completing its aromatic complexity.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Pinot Noir
- Profile: An elegant and structured wine, with silky tannins and a well-marked acidity, which combine to offer a beautiful length on the palate and promising aging potential.
- Aging Potential: Although attractive in its youth for its fruitiness and freshness, this Pinot Noir will benefit from aging in the cellar, revealing greater complexity and harmony over time.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Clos Henri Vineyard Waimaunga Pinot Noir pairs perfectly with delicate dishes such as roast duck, wild mushroom dishes or soft cheeses. Its unique character and depth make it an ideal companion for fine meals and special occasions.
Where are we traveling?
Marlborough
Elle est située à l'extrémité nord de l'île du Sud de la Nouvelle-Zélande, bordée par les eaux scintillantes des Marlborough Sounds au nord et par les contreforts des Richmond Ranges au sud. Le vignoble s'étend principalement sur les plaines alluviales de la Wairau Valley et les coteaux plus élevés de la Southern Valleys et de l'Awatere Valley, dans un paysage lumineux de terrasses caillouteuses bordées de montagnes enneigées. L'histoire viticole est étonnamment récente : tout a commencé en 1973, quand la maison Montana (aujourd'hui Brancott Estate) planta les premières vignes de Sauvignon Blanc et de Müller-Thurgau sur des terres que l'on croyait alors trop froides pour la viticulture. Le succès fut fulgurant et le premier millésime de Cloudy Bay, en 1985, acheva de faire de Marlborough un phénomène mondial qui redéfinit à lui seul le style du Sauvignon Blanc. Le climat est frais et ensoleillé, bénéficiant du taux d'ensoleillement le plus élevé de Nouvelle-Zélande, tempéré par des nuits fraîches et des vents secs qui descendent des montagnes, préservant une acidité tranchante et des arômes d'une intensité saisissante. Marlborough s'est imposée comme la capitale mondiale du Sauvignon Blanc, produisant des vins explosifs aux notes de fruit de la passion, de groseille à maquereau et de zeste de citron vert, complétés par des Pinot Noir élégants et fruités de plus en plus respectés, des Chardonnay frais et précis, et des effervescents de méthode traditionnelle qui témoignent d'une région dont l'ambition dépasse désormais largement son cépage fondateur.
The little history of the country
New Zealand
Introduced in 1819, the cultivation of vines was greatly developed by Jean-Baptiste Pompallier, a French Marist missionary. Sent to Oceania in 1837, he settled in January 1838 to develop the New Zealand vineyards. The first quality vineyards were established in the Hawke's Bay region in the 19th and early 20th centuries. After the production hazards first due to Phylloxera and then to the First World War, this vineyard began to expand again during the Second World War when its surface area doubled. Today, New Zealand has 10 major wine regions spread between the North and South Islands, the largest of which is Marlborough. Most of New Zealand's wine regions have a maritime climate. The long, thin shape of the country means that vineyards are never more than 120km from the coast and most are even much closer than that (with the exception of the semi-continental region of Central Otago). A spine of mountains running through the center of the country protects most of the major wine regions from the strong westerly winds from the Tasman Sea known as the "Roaring Forties." Due to these winds, there are few wine growing regions on the west coast of New Zealand. The quality and reputation of New Zealand wines is well established. Indeed, this country produces some of the best and most recognized Sauvignon Blanc in the world. And it is no coincidence that New Zealand has succeeded in making Sauvignon blanc its symbol, just like its sheep, its kiwi and its legendary haka!