Description
David Schildknecht: One of several super-S.G.N.s of its vintagethat Zind Humbrecht did not bottle until 2008 and released latethat year, the 2005 Pinot Gris Rotenberg Selection de Grains Nobles- vinified in a new demi-muid that subsequently held their 2006Goldert S.G.N. – has reveled its personality so much more clearlysince I reviewed if from cask in issue 175, that I could not resisttaking another crack at it, even though my numerical rating willcome as no surprise to readers of that earlier report. Offering anamazing combination of near-gelatinous viscosity withnear-weightless buoyancy – and with an Eszcencia-like etherealaspect (albeit at 8.5% alcohol) and standoff between acids andresidual sugar – this features scents and flavors of purple plumand apricot preserves; pineapple and mandarin; brown spices;leather, black tea, and peat; smoked meat; and butter cream. Thelayers of flavor here oscillate and overlap with mesmerizingcomplexity, leading to a dizzying and uplifting finish. This willno doubt be a 30-40 year wine.
Wine Specs
- Vintage: 2005
- Producer: Zind Humbrecht Pinot Gris Rotenberg Selection de Grains Nobles
- Region: Alsace, France
- Volume: 375ml
- Case Size: 6/case
Supplier: WineCave (Dropship)
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