Zind-Humbrecht - Gewurztraminer Wintzenheim 2006
Rating: Bettane & Desseauve 17/20
“Blended in equal parts from the Herrenweg and the Hengst grand cru, this wine has a very intense nose with sweet spices and a smoky note, and offers a full-bodied, dense, and very rich palate. A dense wine with depth. ” (The Grand Guide to French Wines 2009 - Bettane & Desseauve)
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Eye
deep color with golden highlights
Nose
a blend of floral, citrus, and spicy notes
Palate
powerful, straightforward, and enhanced by a palate with no obvious sweetness
Serve
at 10-12°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2009
High point
2010-2012
Drink before
2016
Food and wine pairings
A déguster en apéritif, sur un foie gras d'oie, un feuilleté au Roquefort...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide): 5* Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
For three decades, this estate has been a model of Alsatian viticulture, telling the story of the Humbrecht family. Léonard, the founder, was a visionary who acquired the region’s finest terroirs, including the famous Rangen. Olivier, his son, who brilliantly introduced the principles of biodynamics as early as the 1990s. And today, Pierre-Émile, who joined the estate during the very challenging 2021 vintage, continues their legacy, particularly with the latest acquisitions on the Sommerberg.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 4*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
An tireless ambassador for his wines and the region, Olivier Humbrecht—the first Frenchman to earn the title of Master of Wine—has long understood the importance of vineyard work. He converted the estate to biodynamic farming in 1999 and is one of its leading advocates, serving as president of the Biodyvin label. This approach has allowed him to avoid botrytis and reduce alcohol levels. The wines have evolved over the years and now exhibit a decidedly dry style, with the large casks aging them several meters underground. Like all great Alsace wines, they reach their full potential after a few years or decades of aging. The Clos Windsbuhl is a must-try, and the Rangen de Thann grows in prominence with time. Pierre-Emile, Olivier’s son, has just joined the estate. The excellence of this production, respected by all, allows this iconic property to enter the pantheon of our guide with a fourth star.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
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