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Nautilus Estate Cuvée Marlborough Brut
Nautilus Estate Cuvée Marlborough Brut
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A stunning sparkling — crisp, complex and beautifully refined.
This is New Zealand sparkling at its absolute best
🏆 Champion Sparkling & Gold Medal – Marlborough Wine Show
95/100 & Top Rank – Bob Campbell MW (The R Review) | 95 Points – Cameron Douglas MS
Marlborough, NZ
$45 a bottle
Traditional Method • Award-Winning • Premium NZ Sparkling
“A stunning sparkling — crisp, complex and beautifully refined. This is New Zealand sparkling at its absolute best.”
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Pale straw with a fine, persistent bead — elegant, bright and inviting.
Aroma:
Fresh and complex with:
- lemon and citrus zest
- green apple and pear
- brioche and toasted almond
- hints of floral notes and mineral lift
Aromatic finesse with subtle complexity.
Palate:
Crisp, refined and beautifully balanced — traditional method quality.
Expect layers of:
- citrus and green apple
- stone fruit and lemon curd
- subtle brioche and nutty notes
- fine, creamy mousse
- bright acidity delivering freshness and structure
The wine shows precision and elegance, with depth beyond typical sparkling wines.
Finish:
Long, clean and refreshing with lingering citrus, brioche and mineral notes.
Awards & Accolades
- 🏆 Champion Sparkling – Marlborough Wine Show
- 🥇 Gold Medal – Marlborough Wine Show
- 95/100 – Bob Campbell MW (Top Rank, The Real Review)
- 95pts – Cameron Douglas MS
A highly decorated sparkling wine with serious critical backing.
About Nautilus Estate
Nautilus Estate is one of Marlborough’s most respected producers, known for crafting wines that emphasise:
- precision
- balance
- regional expression
Their sparkling wines are produced using the traditional method, delivering quality and complexity.
Food Pairings
- Oysters
- Seafood
- Canapés
- Soft cheeses
- Light dishes
Why We Love It
This is premium traditional-method sparkling — crisp, complex and award-winning.
At $45, it offers exceptional value for a wine of this calibre.
A standout sparkling that punches well above its weight.
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