2024 Herringbone Merlot Malbec, Hawkes Bay
This wine was organically grown and hand harvested so only the highest quality fruit was selected. After fermentation the wine was aged in French oak for 12 months. A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Malbec. The grapes were all organically grown and hand harvested. This wine is drinking remarkably well already but will also cellar well for 5-10 years.
In Appearance: Deep ruby red in colour, with purple hues.
On the Nose: aromas of dark berry fruit, cedar and vanilla
On the Palate: A rich and full bodied wine with up front fruitiness backed up with lingering fine tannins providing structure and mouthfeel.
Herringbone
A boutique winery based in the Bridge Pa Triangle of Hawkes Bay, Herringbone is known for producing high-quality, single-estate wines that express the unique soils and climate of the region. Owned by Karen and Troy since 2016, the vineyard has vines that are over 20 years old and grows primarily Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec. Their winemaking philosophy focuses on minimal intervention to let the vineyard’s qualities shine through, with Dan Brennan as their winemaker.
The vineyard benefits from unique red metal soils over an ancient riverbed and a microclimate sheltered by nearby Roys Hill. They aim to emphasize Syrah as a flagship wine and plan to expand with more varieties, focusing on quality and low environmental impact.
