25 varieties. One vineyard.

Organic. Handcrafted. Without compromise.

A Vigneron's Estate 

Hans Herzog Estate is one of New Zealand's most admired artisan wineries, a family-owned, 100% certified organic estate. Owner, viticulturist and winemaker Hans Herzog works hands-on, growing and crafting every wine with an uncomprising commitment to quality.

Across an extraordinary diversity of 25 grape varieties, Hans crafts distinctive, small-batch wines through wild fermentation, without fining or commercial yeast. Every wine is 100% vegan, expressing the unique character of our estate.

98 Points for Nebbiolo

A benchmark for handcrafted wines in New Zealand.

Recognised as one of the country’s finest reds.

Crafted from one of the most demanding grape varieties, shaped by decades of dedication.

After 5 years in French barriques and a further two years of bottle ageing, our 2019 Riserva is now released.

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The Story Behind Every Bottle

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Latest Blogs

Vintage 2026 - What you taste begins long before harvest

Vintage 2026 - What you taste begins long before harvest

A vintage is shaped long before harvest through vineyard decisions that determine balance, character, and quality in the wine.

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The most expensive decision we make - Ageing Our Wines

The most expensive decision we make - Ageing Our Wines

There is a quiet moment after every vintage when a decision has to be made. Release the wine - or wait. For some, that decision comes quickly. Tank...
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What’s really in your wine? A closer look at winemaking additions.

What’s really in your wine? A closer look at winemaking additions.

Most consumers don’t realise just how much goes into the wines they enjoy today. Across most famous varieties, modern winemaking too often relies on additives and technical interventions to shape aroma, flavour, texture, balance, and stability, yet this world behind the label is rarely discussed.

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