There’s no better feeling than going on a mission with a couple of friends to find the best spot to watch the sunset. The sky painted in pastels, a gentle sea breeze, and the clink of wine glasses to wrap up another day. It’s that magical time of day where everything feels perfectly still, inviting you to savour the little things - a glance, a laugh or the perfect pour.
The perfect sunset doesn’t just happen. It’s an adventure, a mission with your mates to find the spot. It’s all about soaking up that magic hour with good company, effortless bites, and of course, a crisp glass of Cloudy Bay 40th Vintage Sauvignon Blanc.
To make sure you don’t miss the moment, pre-prepare some simple and delicious finger food that you can assemble in seconds, like our Lemon & Herb Popcorn, a simple platter, Fresh Zucchini Roll Ups, or Goats Cheese Croquettes.
Sauvignon Blanc 2024
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Sunsets are nature’s way of reminding us to take a moment to reflect and enjoy beauty where we find it. We recommend pairing the sky’s finest show with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc.
No one wants to be fussing with food while the sun’s putting on a show, so keep things simple:
- A wine cooler - because chilled wine is a must for any picnic!
- Sip in style without the risk of spills with stemless glasses or wine tumblers
- A soft, cosy picnic blanket, and a throw to keep you warm as the sun goes down
- Cushions or folding chairs, so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the view
- Ready-to-go snacks, like our Cloudy Bay Lemon & Herb Popcorn
- A bottle of Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc
- Bring your tunes to the great outdoors with a portable speaker
Cloudy Bay Lemon & Herb Popcorn
Serves 2 / Prep 5 minutes / Cook 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 60g butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped herbs such as parsley, oregano, thyme
- Finely grated zest of one lemon
- Quarter of a teaspoon garlic powder or half a teaspoon granules
- 2 tablespoons oil (sunflower or coconut)
- Third of a cup popcorn kernels
- Half a teaspoon turmeric
- Half a teaspoon salt
Method:
- Put the butter, herbs and garlic powder in a small saucepan over a medium heat and melt together. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large heavy based saucepan, with a lid, over a medium heat. Add the popcorn, turmeric and salt to the oil and cook, stirring until the popcorn starts popping.
- Then quickly cover, shaking constantly so you don’t burn the popcorn.
- When the sound of popping subsides, uncover, drizzle over the butter mixture and shake/stir well to coat.
- Season with more salt if preferred.
The finishing touch?
A perfectly chilled Cloudy Bay 40th Vintage Sauvignon Blanc, poured into a stemless glass (or whatever you have on hand – this is a no-fuss affair). Crisp, vibrant, and full of citrusy goodness, it’s the ideal match for sunset sipping.
The sun may set every evening, but no two sunsets are ever the same. Wherever you're watching the sun go down around the world, Cloudy Bay is the perfect accompaniment to the colours of the sky, the feelings they evoke, and the people you share this fleeting moment with.
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