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Episode Synopsis
In partnership with Club Oenologique - the world through the lens of wine and spirits. A special episode dedicated to New Zealand’s biggest wine region, Marlborough. Oz Clarke OBE recalls the moment he first tasted its signature Sauvignon Blanc - which went on to be a global phenomenon - and David meets leading winemakers, including Cloudy Bay’s Daniel Sorrell, to find out what makes the region special, its diversity, and what the future might hold beyond Sauvignon.
Wines featured:
Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2022 (gold)
Saint Clair Family Estate Origin Sauvignon Blanc 2022 (gold)
Giesen Organic Chardonnay 2019 (gold)
Marisco Vineyards The Craft Series The Pioneer Chardonnay 2021 (gold)
Yealands Estate Single Vineyard Albarino 2022 (silver)
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Wines featured:
Yealands Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2022 (gold)
Saint Clair Family Estate Origin Sauvignon Blanc 2022 (gold)
Giesen Organic Chardonnay 2019 (gold)
Marisco Vineyards The Craft Series The Pioneer Chardonnay 2021 (gold)
Yealands Estate Single Vineyard Albarino 2022 (silver)
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