Vandal, Militia Field Blend, 2022, Marlborough New Zealand

One sunny day, whilst having a couple of beerzies, three Marlborough based winemakers decided to collaborate and make wines together under a single brand… Vandal

This "side project" gives each member scope to make wines they would not normally have the opportunity to put to bottle. They could be considered a bit weird in a more conventional sense, that said, the core of the Vandal ethos is ensuring wines are smashable so don't freak out just yet.

Field Blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Riesling and Tempranillo From a single vineyard in the Southern Valleys of Marlborough. Harvested and Pressed on the same day. 50% skin contact for 24 hours. 100% barrel fermentation in seasoned French barrels. Small batch pressed. 6 months ageing on full yeast lees. Natural (wild) fermentations (Alcohol and 100% malo lactic fermentation). Unfined and unfiltered.