Hans Herzog
White WineHans Herzog Sauvignon Blanc Sur Lie 2019
From well-drained gravel soils that originated in the Wairau river's ancient bed, Hans Herzog's Sauvignon Blancs are benchmark examples of what small producers in Marlborough, New Zealand, can achieve. The region's dry climate, sunny days, and cool nights are well suited to premium wine production.
In a region globally renowned for dry, fruity Sauvignon Blanc, Hans Herzog is at the forefront of small-scale, artisanal winemaking. Attentively farming for small yields of pristine and concentrated fruit, Hans' wines are made with no additions and minimal intervention in the winery.
This wine is 85% Sauvignon Blanc, with 15% Semillon. After pre-ferment maceration and a slow, natural fermentation, it aged on fine lees in barrel for 20 months. The 2019 shows restrained tropical aromatics, vanilla, smoke, and creaminess, along with a full-bodied texture.
Appellation, Marlborough
Pairing,grilled pork cutlets, roast chicken, lamb chops, mushroom rice, charcuterie, grilled eggplant, lentils with chorizo, beef empanadas, roast quail, pork tenderloin, aged Manchego, grilled sausages
Closure,Cork
Alcohol Content,13.5%
Producer,Hans Herzog
