Olivier Humbrechts Pinot Gris Roche Calcaire 2018 ist ein eindrucksvolles Beispiel f\u00fcr die Pr\u00e4zision des els\u00e4ssischen Weinbaus. Diese Cuv\u00e9e aus j\u00fcngeren Rebst\u00f6cken des legend\u00e4ren Clos Windsbuhl zeigt, dass auch der \u201cZweitwein\u201d des Hauses Zind-Humbrecht au\u00dfergew\u00f6hnliche Qualit\u00e4t liefert.<\/p>\n
Luminous, dense Golden yellow<\/strong> with impressive brilliance, reflecting the concentration and maturity of the 2018 vintage.<\/p>\n An Complex flavour spectrum<\/strong> initially unfolds with intense spicy notes of Cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla pod<\/strong>. After aeration, layers of Orange, orange zest, baked apple and plums<\/strong>complemented by pickled grapes. Fine Cedar wood notes<\/strong> and subtle hints of smoke lend additional depth to the bouquet, while a refreshing component maintains the balance.<\/p>\n The Lively acidity<\/strong> is the defining element of this wine - it provides freshness and prevents any heaviness. The fruit presents itself Juicy and charming<\/strong>the reverberation is characterised by savoury seasoning<\/strong> dominates. Despite its complexity, the wine remains elegant and never overloaded - a sign of perfect maturity and precise vinification.<\/p>\n With 13.0% Alcohol<\/strong> and practical dry ageing<\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n Excellent for Unstuffed duck liver with walnuts and lamb's lettuce<\/strong>, Guinea fowl breast in puff pastry with orange sauce<\/strong> or Vacherin Mont-d'Or with toasted walnut bread<\/strong>. In general, it harmonises excellently with nutty and spicy components.<\/p>\n Decanting recommended<\/strong> \u2013 dieser Wein profitiert von Sauerstoffkontakt und sollte aus gro\u00dfen Gl\u00e4sern genossen werden. Ein Paradebeispiel f\u00fcr die F\u00e4higkeit von Zind-Humbrecht, auch aus \u201cj\u00fcngeren\u201d Rebst\u00f6cken Weine von beeindruckender Komplexit\u00e4t und Eleganz zu kreieren.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Nose<\/h3>\n
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