Description
Sea Cove brings together the Blampied family’s three generations of winegrowing experience and the bright, coastal character of New Zealand wine. A collaboration with the family behind Lake Road Winery, its roots reach back to the planting of Lake Road’s first vines in 1975. Since then, the Blampieds have built on that foundation through a blend of practical expertise, innovation, and care for the land, with both vineyard and winery certified by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand. That heritage finds expression in Sea Cove’s Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, shaped by the Wairau Valley’s generous sunshine, gravelly former riverbeds, and cooling sea breezes. Māori described the valley as “the place with the hole in the cloud”—an evocative reflection of the clear skies that help its grapes ripen. Across this varied landscape, differences in soil and exposure lend each vineyard its own character, while vivid tropical fruit, expressive aromas, and an inviting freshness define the Sea Cove style.
The 2025 Sea Cove Sauvignon Blanc comes from Lake Road’s certified sustainable vineyards in Marlborough. Grapes are harvested in the cool early morning to preserve their aromas, then gently pressed and cold-settled to clarify the juice. Fermentation at low temperatures in stainless steel retains fresh fruit character, while brief aging on fine lees adds texture and complexity. No oak is used, allowing the wine’s bright acidity and vibrant aromatics to take center stage.
The 2025 Sea Cove Sauvignon Blanc opens with bright aromas of tropical fruit, lime zest, and fresh-cut herbs. Juicy passionfruit, guava and citrus unfold across a crisp palate, while a delicate mineral-kissed herbal note lends definition to the clean, refreshing finish.
