As the name suggests, Hans Herzog's roots lie in Switzerland where the family has grown wine since 1630. Looking for a new challenge, in the mid-1990s they planted an 11-hectare vineyard bordering the Wairau River here in Marlborough. Hans has adopted an experimentalist stance, cultivating an eclectic array of varieties.
The white grape varieties of the Northern Rhône – Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne – are given a distinctly New World interpretation in the hands of Hans Herzog. Bold aromas of peach, pineapple, and coconut are immediately appealing. The palate offers plenty of crisp acidity, a rich, creamy texture and an herbal, savoury character which lingers on the finish. This would make an excellent partner for a full-flavoured chicken or seafood favourite. Enjoy now and over the next three to five years.
The white grape varieties of the Northern Rhône – Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne – are given a distinctly New World interpretation in the hands of Hans Herzog. Bold aromas of peach, pineapple, and coconut are immediately appealing. The palate offers plenty of crisp acidity, a rich, creamy texture and an herbal, savoury character which lingers on the finish. This would make an excellent partner for a full-flavoured chicken or seafood favourite. Enjoy now and over the next three to five years.