2001 Gewurztraminer Heimbourg
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The opulent 2001 Gewurztraminer Heimbourg (indice 4) has a forward, deep nose filled with smoky pears and apples. Sensual, oily-textured, and sexy, this lychee nut, white flower, as well as red currant-flavored wine is medium-bodied and has outstanding depth of fruit. Projected maturity: now-2010. In response to requests from consumers for more information as to the character of his non-Vendange Tardive or Selection de Grains Nobles wines. Olivier Humbrecht has devoloped an "indice" scale which appears on the label of each bottle. This indice ranks from 1 to 5 the perceptible sweetness of the wines, and Humbrecht describes it as follows: "1 is totally dry; 2 is not technically dry but the sweetness is not apparent on the palate; 3 is medium sweetness that may gradually disappear with aging; 4 is sweet wine; 5 is for high sweetness, a Vendange Tardive in richness but without botrytis." Humbrecht is to be commended for instituting this system as it will immensely aid consumers. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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(from very ripe grapes without much botrytis) Rather delicate aromas of pineapple, honey and spice. Quite perfumed but not at all crude on the palate, with subtle notes of yellow fruits, spices and flowers. Sweet (43 g/l r.s.) but not sugary, thanks to harmonious acids. Very understated, rich, appealing gewurztraminer with the balance to reward aging.
About the producer
Widely acknowledged as one of the legendary wineries in Alsace, the wines of Domaine Zind-Humbrecht are nothing short of magical. Certified organic and biodynamic, the estate crafts an extensive range of wines, including many Grand Cru and single-vineyard bottlings.