HansHerzog,“SpiritofMarlborough”MerlotCabernet2017

Get to know: Hans Herzog, “Spirit of Marlborough” Merlot Cabernet

Tasting Note

Hans Herzog, “Spirit of Marlborough” Merlot Cabernet is an outstanding Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon with a purity of fruit that few can compete with. Fermented with wild yeasts and matured in partly new French oak barriques for 30 months, and then a for further 3 years before release. The result is so intense, the fruit seems to engulf you. Ripe but not overblown on the nose, all damson blackberry. The palate is powerful but beautifully balanced, with juicy acidity and fine tannins tempering the glossy black fruit. Dark, pure and overwhelming in its purity. Remarkably balanced – juicy acidity with fine-grained tannin are persistent and abundant making for a mouth watering length and freshness. Expansive, heady and rich, an elegant blockbuster that warrants bottle age.

Pair with roast lamb, venison, or aged cheeses

Kate Says

“A refined take on Bordeaux-style blending in New Zealand. Rich yet poised, with a wonderful freshness that keeps it lively. This makes a brilliant red wine gift or dinner party showstopper.”

Producer Info

Established in 1994 by Swiss expats Hans and Therese Herzog this is an artisan family winery acclaimed for growing handcrafted wines from their exceptional ‘Grand Cru’ organic vineyard in Marlborough. All the Hans Herzog grapes are 100% grown on their organic vineyard at one of Marlborough’s best sites, handpicked, produced and bottled on the estate.

Serve at 16-18°C to enhance structureDrink now or cellar for 10+ years