Zind-Humbrecht 2020 Zh Riesling Clos Windsbuhl Riesling

POINTS OF DISTINCTION100 acres of prime estate vineyards include 4 prestigious Grands CrusDomaine Zind-Humbrecht is the archetype of its region and one of the world\u2019s greatest wine producing estatesUnbroken winemaking lineage in Alsace since 1620Olivier Humbrecht was the first Frenchman and is one of the world\u2019s only winemakers to attain MW statusWines are recognized for their overriding sense of terroir because every aspect of viticulture and winemaking is tailored to achieve that goalCertified organic and biodynamic since 2002With an unbroken winemaking lineage in Alsace since 1620, Domaine Zind-Humbrecht came by its current name in 1959 when Leonard Humbrecht married Genevieve Zind. In the 1960s and 1970s, Leonard was able to expand the winery\u2019s collection of Grands Crus and other high quality vineyards. Since then, one of the hallmarks of every Zind-Humbrecht wine has been its overriding sense of terroir: the taste of the vineyard is always clear and unmistakable.Zind-Humbrecht is managed by Olivier Humbrecht, one of the world\u2019s only winemakers to attain MW status. His passion for Alsatian wines and Biodynamic farming translates into a portfolio of legendary wines recognizable for their purity, intensity and, above all, their faithful expression of each individual vineyard site.

Alcohol percentage: 12.5

Tasting Notes

The altitude of the vineyard coupled with Hunawihr\u2019s delayed climate means that the Clos Windsbuhl is often one of the last estate vineyards to be harvested. This explains the aromatic quality of the Clos\u2019 wines and the consistent balance of acidity, a guarantee of good aging. Zind-Humbrecht's dedication to terroir expression guides all winemaking practices, which include extended pressing cycles, abbreviated clarification cycles (to retain natural yeasts and proteins in the must), natural malolactic fermentation and extended aging on the lees. The wine is aged 18 months in 40-year-old French barrels.TASTING NOTERefined, mineral nose that opens up to display vibrant citrus and white fruits. The palate has a smooth, delicate, mineral structure but quickly firms up around the acidity. Beautiful ripe, integrated acidity.FOOD PAIRINGSeafood, shellfish, pork chops, goat cheese or sushi.