Pinot Gris Roche Calcaire 2018

Wine description for Pinot Gris Roche Calcaire 2018 from Domaine Zind-Humbrecht

Olivier Humbrechts Pinot Gris Roche Calcaire 2018 ist ein eindrucksvolles Beispiel für die Präzision des elsässischen Weinbaus. Diese Cuvée aus jüngeren Rebstöcken des legendären Clos Windsbuhl zeigt, dass auch der “Zweitwein” des Hauses Zind-Humbrecht außergewöhnliche Qualität liefert.

Colour & appearance

Luminous, dense Golden yellow with impressive brilliance, reflecting the concentration and maturity of the 2018 vintage.

Nose

An Complex flavour spectrum initially unfolds with intense spicy notes of Cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla pod. After aeration, layers of Orange, orange zest, baked apple and plumscomplemented by pickled grapes. Fine Cedar wood notes and subtle hints of smoke lend additional depth to the bouquet, while a refreshing component maintains the balance.

Palate

The Lively acidity is the defining element of this wine - it provides freshness and prevents any heaviness. The fruit presents itself Juicy and charmingthe reverberation is characterised by savoury seasoning dominates. Despite its complexity, the wine remains elegant and never overloaded - a sign of perfect maturity and precise vinification.

General information

With 13.0% Alcohol and practical dry ageing this Pinot Gris represents the modern Alsatian style. The grapes come from vines replanted in Clos Windsbuhl between 1988-1992, supplemented by selected parcels from Heimbourg and Clos Jebsal.

Food pairing suggestions

Excellent for Unstuffed duck liver with walnuts and lamb's lettuce, Guinea fowl breast in puff pastry with orange sauce or Vacherin Mont-d'Or with toasted walnut bread. In general, it harmonises excellently with nutty and spicy components.

Special features

Decanting recommended – dieser Wein profitiert von Sauerstoffkontakt und sollte aus großen Gläsern genossen werden. Ein Paradebeispiel für die Fähigkeit von Zind-Humbrecht, auch aus “jüngeren” Rebstöcken Weine von beeindruckender Komplexität und Eleganz zu kreieren.