Villa Maria Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Currently out of stock Previously listed by 1 tracked merchant from £15.99; last checked 18 Jul 2026.

Producer	Villa Maria
Vintage	2023
Style	White
Grape	Sauvignon Blanc
Region	Marlborough
Country	New Zealand

About this wine

Villa Maria Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc captures the hallmark vibrancy of Marlborough, combining pungent green aromatics with crisp natural acidity. Fresh, expressive and layered, it balances bright fruit with textural depth, making it a standout expression of the region's cool coastal vineyards. Why You'll Love It This is Reserve Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at its finest—vibrant, expressive, and beautifully layered. Clifford Bay takes its name from the dramatic coastline of southern Marlborough, where cool ocean breezes and stony soils shape wines of purity and freshness. The Reserve range showcases the estate's finest parcels, crafted with precision to highlight vineyard character and terroir. The result is a Sauvignon Blanc with exceptional aromatic intensity and textural depth. Vineyard & Production The vineyards are exposed to cooling southerly winds that extend the growing season, allowing fruit to develop depth of flavour while retaining natural acidity. This unique climate encourages the development of the variety's signature pungent green notes alongside vibrant citrus and tropical fruit. The 2023 vintage delivered an outstanding year across Marlborough, with early-season rains setting up strong canopies, while moderate temperatures ensured slow ripening and excellent flavour development. Looser bunches and dry weather from veraison to harvest meant clean fruit with exceptional vibrancy and clarity. Fermented entirely in stainless steel with carefully selected aromatic and textural yeast strains, with a short time on lees to add palate weight and texture while preserving freshness. Tasting Notes This vibrant Sauvignon Blanc opens with vivid aromas of green herbs, citrus and tropical fruit. The palate is crisp, layered and zesty, showing bright fruit character with textural depth and bright natural acidity. The finish is long and mineral, with exceptional clarity and freshness. Perfect Pairings A versatile food wine, perfect with seafood, especially