Hans Herzog Tempranillo 2019

Accolades:
94/100 – James Suckling

“The nose is very aromatic with cherries and orange peel as well as ash and minerals. Medium-bodied, this has beautiful red fruit as well as dusty, stony tannins that build on the palate before finishing dry and sure. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling

Tasting Note: The deep dark colour hints at a powerful and concentrated wine from this small vintage. There is an alluring soft earthiness without losing any fruit flavours. Mouthwatering and savoury acidity is complemented by sweet tannins, providing a silky texture throughout the long palate. Dark berries, chocolate, violet, rose, and spices create a delightful medley of flavours. Dry, balanced, and pure the hallmarks of Hans Herzog are evident. This complex and balanced wine peaks in a lingering finish, promising enjoyment for many years to come.

Winemaking Notes: “Beautiful bunches were with me minutes after picking to destem, leaving only the berries. The pure fruit allowed for a long cold soak, extracting the beneficial compounds from skin and seeds. Letting the temperature rise, the must started naturally to ferment without addition of cultured yeast, capturing the essence of the terroir. I maintained a cool fermentation to allow for prolonged extraction over several weeks. After gentle pressing, the wine matured for 36 months in used French oak barriques. With generous bottle aging on top, this wine rivals a ‘Reserva’ quality from its ancestral home in Northern Spain. No fining. No filtration. Purely natural.” – Hans Herzog

Certification: Organic

Alcohol: 13.5%

Varietal: Tempranillo

Region: Marlborough, New Zealand