Sky's the limit for Cloudy Bay tasting

Scoff you might at New Zealand sauvignon blanc, but the genesis of this ubiquitous white was a great thing, and at its best sav blanc is really good.

Cloudy Bay, now owned by Moet Hennessy, is one of New Zealand’s best-known wineries and helped build the reputation of the Marlborough region, with its first commercial vintage in 1985.

Cloudy Bay’s sauvignon blanc, including its premium Te Koko, 2010 vintage, will be open for tasting at Ainslie Cellars next week. Also on for tasting is the new 2013 sauvignon, the 2011 chardonnay, the 2011 pinot noir, and Cloudy Bay’s Pelorus sparkling. Hosted by Moet Hennessy’s Dean O’Reilly. Tuesday, October 1, 5.30pm-7.30pm.