Join winemaker Kelly Stuart for this very special masterclass exploring wines of the legendary Cloudy Bay estate.
Event details
Based in Marlborough, New Zealand, Cloudy Bay is known for its distinctive Sauvignon Blanc and pioneering approach to winemaking. Widely regarded as a key player in the rise of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, the estate continues to produce wines appreciated for their brightness and precision. Few producers have contributed as significantly to shaping one of the UK’s best loved wine styles.
We're pleased to welcome Cloudy Bay's winemaker Kelly Stuart on a rare visit to the UK. She'll share insights into the estate’s winemaking philosophy, Marlborough’s regional identity, and Cloudy Bay’s ongoing sustainability initiatives.
The tasting will feature a selection of wines from the estate, with a special opportunity to preview the highly-anticipated 2025 vintage of Sauvignon Blanc.
Example wine list
- Sauvignon Blanc 2025
- Chardonnay 2022
- Te Koko 2021
- Te Wahi 2021
- Pinot Noir 2023
Tasting level
Masterclass: Our most advanced sessions, suitable for those who have a WSET Level 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge. Gain expert knowledge and insights from a specialist speaker.
About the presenter, Kelly Stuart
Kelly joined the world of wine after a lightbulb moment during her architecture studies. She subsequently enrolled in Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology programme and never looked back.
Since then she has worked vintages in New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and California. She joined Cloudy Bay as a cellar hand in 2016, becoming assistant winemaker two years later and winemaker in 2023. She has represented Cloudy Bay twice in the Young Winemaker of the Year awards and was the national runner-up in 2018. In 2022, she travelled to Champagne to work at Veuve Clicquot during their harvest, taking time afterwards to travel in France and spend time tasting wines in Burgundy and the Loire.
Winemaking is complex and Kelly knows what it takes to keep things running smoothly. She believes good winemaking is about having an excellent team and taking meticulous care with every step.
Booking terms and conditions
Payment in full must be made at the time of booking and places are not confirmed until payment has been received. Unfortunately we cannot take provisional bookings.
Cancellations and transfers
- Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
- Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event.
- If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
- WSET School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
Please note: The sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.