The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc leads with an interesting, restrained nose of crushed rocks, shells, juniper, white oak, autumn leaves and green apple skins. In the mouth, the wine is very good. While powerful, it doesn't descend to sweet or bulbous; this shows structural detail and fruit power in equal measure. Not your "usual" Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but it honors the regional style in a fresh and almost geological way. Like it. 13.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap

This 2022 Estate is far from Clos Henri's best Sauvignon Blanc. It's rather soft and lackluster with a honeyed/marmalade character that is often a character of botrytis, alongside lemon curd and wet wool. Drink young.