The Clos Henri Otira Sauvignon Blanc 2023 captures the essence of Marlborough through a lens of Burgundian precision and restraint. Named after the Otira River — a wild, untamed current flowing from the Southern Alps to the sea — this wine embodies that same interplay of energy and poise.

From the first swirl, Otira 2023 reveals an expressive bouquet of citrus blossom, kaffir lime, and wild herbs, underpinned by a subtle flinty minerality that speaks of its stony riverbed soils. The palate is finely detailed and textural, combining zesty acidity with gentle weight and a saline, lingering finish. It’s a wine of balance and quiet confidence — vibrant yet composed.

Unlike many Sauvignon Blancs made for early drinking, Otira is crafted with longevity and nuance in mind. Its fruit is hand-harvested from low-yielding vines rooted in free-draining glacial gravels, imparting complexity and mineral tension. Natural lees ageing adds a layer of savoury depth and creaminess that sets it apart from simpler, purely fruit-driven styles. The result is a Sauvignon Blanc that doesn’t shout, but rather unfolds — revealing its character gradually, glass by glass.

The 2023 vintage, marked by cool nights and long ripening, delivered fruit of remarkable purity and balance. It’s a true reflection of place — where Marlborough’s clarity meets the Bourgeois family’s elegant Loire sensibility.

Vintage: 2023

Alcohol content: 14,0 % (ABV)

Best served: 10°C – 12°C

Volume: 0,75 l

Type: Dry white wine