NZ
Australia
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93 Points
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95 Points
A regal, pure Nebbiolo with a floral bouquet and firm acidity, reminiscent of a great Grand Cru Burgundy—an impressive 95-point wine by Bob Campbell MW.
Silky texture and a mouthwatering balance of wild herbs, cherries, and truffles, with a structure that promises remarkable aging potential.
Scoring 93 points from James Suckling, this elegant wine is best appreciated after a decade in the bottle, revealing its full depth and complexity.
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Description
The Hans Herzog Nebbiolo 2018 offers a truly captivating experience for wine lovers. Its floral aromas of red rose, violet, and fresh herbs create the illusion of a lighter wine, but the palate tells a different story. With firm acidity and a delicate yet structured body, it’s easy to mistake this Nebbiolo for a Grand Cru Burgundy. Rich notes of cherries, truffles, and wild herbs transport you to Piemonte, while the wine's elegant sweetness and silky texture make it a luxurious choice.
The tannins are taut, introducing a tension and energy that enhances the wine's structure. This Nebbiolo is a wine that demands patience—while enjoyable now, it will truly shine after a decade in the bottle, as it continues to evolve and develop its full range of flavors. With scores of 95 from Bob Campbell MW and 93 from James Suckling, this wine is a treasure that will reward those willing to cellar it.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:Cherry, Roses, Violet
Palate:Cherry, Raspberry, Truffle
Food Pairings:
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat
Description
The Hans Herzog Nebbiolo 2018 offers a truly captivating experience for wine lovers. Its floral aromas of red rose, violet, and fresh herbs create the illusion of a lighter wine, but the palate tells a different story. With firm acidity and a delicate yet structured body, it’s easy to mistake this Nebbiolo for a Grand Cru Burgundy. Rich notes of cherries, truffles, and wild herbs transport you to Piemonte, while the wine's elegant sweetness and silky texture make it a luxurious choice.
The tannins are taut, introducing a tension and energy that enhances the wine's structure. This Nebbiolo is a wine that demands patience—while enjoyable now, it will truly shine after a decade in the bottle, as it continues to evolve and develop its full range of flavors. With scores of 95 from Bob Campbell MW and 93 from James Suckling, this wine is a treasure that will reward those willing to cellar it.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Aroma:
Cherry, Roses, Violet
Palate:
Cherry, Raspberry, Truffle
Food Pairings:
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Cherry, Roses, Violet
Cherry, Raspberry, Truffle
Pork
Poultry
Red Meat