Cloudy Bay 2015 Sauvignon Blanc Launch at The Botanical, South Yarra

I was recently invited to celebrate Cloudy Bay’s 30th anniversary and the launch of their new 2015 vintage Sauvignon Blanc. Cloudy Bay Vineyards is situted in the famed Marlborough wine region of New Zealand, and their Sauvignon Blanc is one they take particular pride in.

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical

On arrival, we were greeted with some of Cloudy Bay’s Pelorus, a crisp and citrusy sparkling white.

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Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Citus Station

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Lemongrass Station

Jim White, Cloudy Bay’s viticulturist, then introduced the new Sauvignon Blanc and explained how various stations had been set up around the room to educate and enhance our experience of the wine. Blood oranges, lemongrass and kaffir lime had been set out to reflect the flavours and aromas found in their flagship wine. Every sip of this Sauvignon Blanc was a delight.

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Asparagus Cream with Sugared Nuts

Asparagus Cream with Sugared Nuts

Soon streaming from the kitchen came a large selection of canapes, created by head chef Arnaud Pelligrino. We especially enjoyed the flavoursome ocean trout tartare with crunchy croutons, the goats cheese nougat on rye, and the decadently buttery oysters Rockefeller.

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2015 is available for you to enjoy now!

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Rockmellon with Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar

Rockmellon with Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Salmon Focaccia

Salmon Focaccia

The Botanical - Kataifi Prawns with Kaffir Lime

Kataifi Prawns with Kaffir Lime

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Ocean Trout Tartare, Crispy Brioche Crumb

Ocean Trout Tartare, Crispy Brioche Crumb

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Gazpachio

Gazpachio

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Vegetarian Tart with Asparagus Cream

Vegetarian Tart with Asparagus Cream

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Croquette

Croquette

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Spring Launch 2015 at The Botanical - Goats Cheese Nougat with Rye Bread

Goats Cheese Nougat with Rye Bread

The Botanical - Oysters Rockefeller

Oysters Rockefeller

Disclaimer: I was invited to the Cloudy Bay First of the Season Lunch as a guest, however, opinions expressed here are purely my own and not influenced by them in any way

The Botanical
169 Domain Rd
South Yarra, VIC, 3141
(03) 9820 7888
www.thebotanical.com.au/
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