Description
The Hans Herzog Pinot Gris 2017 is anything but conventional. Produced from organically farmed estate vineyards in Marlborough, this distinctive Pinot Gris showcases Hans Herzog's pioneering approach to the variety, including extended skin contact that lends the wine its beautiful rose-gold hue, remarkable texture, and exceptional complexity.
The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing layers of pink grapefruit, ripe peach, pear, and citrus blossom, complemented by delicate floral notes and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, dry, and richly textured, with concentrated stone fruit and orchard fruit flavors balanced by vibrant natural acidity. Gentle lees influence adds a silky mouthfeel, while the extended skin contact contributes both structure and depth. The finish is long, savoury, and beautifully persistent.
A versatile, gastronomic white that pairs beautifully with roast pork, duck, Asian-inspired cuisine, rich seafood dishes, creamy cheeses, and mushroom risotto.
Ratings/Accolades:
96 points - Wine Enthusiast (2016)
The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing layers of pink grapefruit, ripe peach, pear, and citrus blossom, complemented by delicate floral notes and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, dry, and richly textured, with concentrated stone fruit and orchard fruit flavors balanced by vibrant natural acidity. Gentle lees influence adds a silky mouthfeel, while the extended skin contact contributes both structure and depth. The finish is long, savoury, and beautifully persistent.
A versatile, gastronomic white that pairs beautifully with roast pork, duck, Asian-inspired cuisine, rich seafood dishes, creamy cheeses, and mushroom risotto.
Ratings/Accolades:
96 points - Wine Enthusiast (2016)
Following harvest, the grapes underwent an extended cold skin soak, extracting the variety's characteristic colour, texture, and aromatic intensity. Fermentation proceeded naturally with indigenous wild yeasts to complete dryness.
Approximately 20% of the wine was matured in French oak puncheons, with regular lees stirring adding richness, complexity, and a silky texture. The remaining wine was matured in tank to preserve freshness and varietal purity.
The wine was unfined, only lightly filtered, and not subjected to cold stabilization, allowing its natural aromas and texture to remain intact. A small amount of natural sediment may occur, reflecting the minimal intervention approach.
Winemaker: Hans Herzog
Approximately 20% of the wine was matured in French oak puncheons, with regular lees stirring adding richness, complexity, and a silky texture. The remaining wine was matured in tank to preserve freshness and varietal purity.
The wine was unfined, only lightly filtered, and not subjected to cold stabilization, allowing its natural aromas and texture to remain intact. A small amount of natural sediment may occur, reflecting the minimal intervention approach.
Winemaker: Hans Herzog
Hans Herzog Estate is one of New Zealand's most respected boutique wineries, producing handcrafted wines exclusively from organically farmed estate vineyards in Marlborough. Founded by Swiss-born winemaker Hans Herzog, the estate has earned an international reputation for meticulous vineyard management, minimal intervention winemaking, and an uncompromising focus on quality. Every wine is grown, vinified, and bottled entirely on the estate, reflecting a true sense of place and craftsmanship.
