NV Cloudy Bay, Pelorus, Marlborough 1x75cl

Vinous 88

The NV Pelorus is a Chardonnay-dominant sparkling blend that is creamy and toasty, reminding the drinker that it spent two years maturing on its lees before disgorgement. Underneath those autolytic notes, you’ll find apple and pear flavors. It’s a well-balanced, light bodied Brut sparkling style with some rich flavors. I’d personally like a smidgen less dosage to provide a cleaner, crisper conclusion. [Rebecca Gibb MW, 11/04/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2028

JancisRobinson.com 16.5

Bottle weight 897 g. 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir. 20% fermented in old French oak barrels. 24 months on lees post second fermentation. Winemaker Nikolai St George. Dosage 7 g/l. 547 stores. Lemon-sherbet notes, lots of weight, stone fruit and baked-apple fruit. Crisp acidity keeps the palate fresh and interesting. Not champagne but lots to enjoy. (AWH) [23/05/2024]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2026