Our 2009 Te Koko impresses with a fragrant nose of toasted nuts, fresh thyme. lemon curd & nectarines. Hints of exotic florals & smokey notes intrique. The palate is mouthfilling with ample ripe tropical fruit & lemon sorbet, rounded by mealy complexity. Bright acid gives lift to the rich, lingering finish. Cloudy Bay winemakers. The grapes for Te Koko come from the same meticulously managed vineyards as Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc, & the parcels of fruit destined for Te Koko are identified at the time of harvesting. Te koko is released as a three year old wine once all of the individual components are fully integrated.