CLOUDY BAY Chardonnay 2020 750 ml

The winery was named after Cloudy Bay, a body of water explorer Captain James Cook came across during his voyage to New Zealand in 1770. His discovery coincided with flooding in the region, which washed large amounts of sediment into the sea. Noticing the water’s opaque appearance, Cook cleverly christened the area Cloudy Bay.

The palate is rounded in the mouth, with gentle citrus and stone fruit characters, enfolded in layers of crème patissière and hazelnut.

Paired with

Bok choy dumpling
In China, Bok Choy must be harvested before winter arrives and the countryside freezes over. This healthy vegetable has pungent aromas. Dumplings are a good way to soften them. Our Chardonnay provides a touch of fruit, yet the acidity sensations remain without losing their appeal. The wine should not be served colder than 12° C so as to maintain the intensity of its aromas.

Sole from Boulogne-sur-Mer.
The Boulogne-sur-Mer area, on the coast of northern France, is the best place to find the tastiest soles. For the ideal size (a minimum of 24 cm) and weight (around 400 gr), the best time to fish is in summer. The meunière is a French classic. It is cooked in clarified butter, which obviously adds a buttery taste. The floral and buttery notes present in our Chardonnay are a perfect complement to this recipe. This fresh wine does not overpower the fish’s refined taste.