Riesling Brand Grand Cru 2015 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Riesling Brand Grand Cru 2015 1500ml Magnum from Domaine Zind-Humbrecht

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, rich golden yellow with old gold reflections – a wine that reveals its maturity and concentration at first glance.

Nose

An aromatic fireworks display of impressive complexity: salted lemons, orange blossom oil and bergamot lead to toasted rice crackers and wet slate. These are joined by spicy notes of allspice and red pepper, light tobacco, pear compote and dried mandarin zest. A fragrance profile that deserves generous glasses and time to unfold.

Palate

Viscous and powerful on the attack, with delicate residual sweetness that elegantly envelops the mineral core and precise acidity spine. Crisp and tension-filled, a perfect balance unfolds between delicate spice, fine acidity and saline minerality. The fruit aromatics break open prismically – still youthfully slender, but with enormous potential. Massive pressure on the palate coupled with finesse.

Finish

Long, mineral-driven with lingering citrus notes and salty freshness that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

The Brand is counted among Alsace’s most legendary Grand Cru vineyard sites. The granite-rich terroir gives this Riesling its characteristic minerality and tension. Zind-Humbrecht manages the parcels biodynamically and allows the terroir maximum expression.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Riesling with 13.5% alcohol – powerful by Alsatian standards, but perfectly balanced. The magnum bottle promises optimal ageing conditions for the years to come.

Food Pairing Recommendations

Pairs beautifully with turbot cutlets on sweet potato purée with ginger and beurre blanc, pork roast in milk and sage or roasted carrots and parsnips in light basil velouté. The power and minerality also complement spicy Asian dishes.

Special Features

A Grand Cru in magnum format – ideal for special occasions and extended ageing. The 2015 already shows great accessibility now, but will gain considerably in complexity over the coming 10-15 years.