2019 Hans Family Estate Secret of Marlborough (Montepulciano)*Vintage is subject to change without notice. Winemaker Notes The 2019 Hans Family Estate Secret of Marlborough Montepulciano is a powerful yet elegant expression of this late ripening Italian grape grown in Marlboroughs Wairau Valley. Crafted from organically farmed, low yield vines (less than 1 kg per vine), the wine shows remarkable concentration and complexity. On the nose, it offers alluring aromas of dark cherries, blueberries, and plums, lifted

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the estate remains family-run by Joseph’s great-grandchildren

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It is wines like these that keep an old critic like me inspired and energized

the Álvarez family acquired Vega Sicilia

along with blackberry and blueberry

Cabernet Franc and Zinfandel

and spiced hints of nutmeg and cinnamon

resulting in greater intensity and rich texture

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this Chardonnay offers a plush mouthfeel with medium to high acidity and a long

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