Heartfelt Blog Chronicles

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.

In a provocative new article, Therese Herzog draws parallels between Abruzzo and Marlborough, two once-proud regions now suffering from the dilution of their names. From bulk wine exported in bladders and bottled overseas to misleading claims of “single vineyard,” this is a call for transparency and authenticity in a sea of industrial wine. A must-read for thoughtful wine lovers.

The Power of Human Influence: How Much Does It Affect Your Wine Choice? 🌍✨ #WineDecisions #HumanInfluence #TasteMakers #wine #winelover #winemaker

We had the absolute pleasure of meeting James Suckling and showing him the behind the scenes of Hans wine world. We were blown away by his reviews ...

Photo courtesy of Cameron Douglas We officially launched our coveted Blaufränkisch this month. Having been New Zealand's first ever release of t...

  Made in the vineyard is almost a cliché to say, but clearly it is. Hans has a diploma in viticulture (and worked since childhood in the vineyard...

These are the reasons why we go into extensive costs to age our wines in perfect condition in our temperature-controlled cellar, so that you can e...