2016 Muscat Goldert
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Jurassic limestone soils. Not especially aromatic and a bit loose. Not the most successful of this Zind-Humbrecht collection, I think. A little bit oily and bone dry. Rather messy finish. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate
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The 2016 Alsace Grand Cru Goldert Muscat is based on 90% Muscat d'Alsace and 10% Ottonel. Fermented like the Rieslings, for one year and down to 12% alcohol and less than two grams of residual sugar, the 2016 offers a very clear, deep and fine bouquet with delicate, refreshingly mineral, floral and herbal (coriander, parsely) notes. On the palate, this is a very fine, elegant yet complex and persistent Muscat with a very long, stimulatingly salty and grippy finish. Nice bitters in the aftertaste make this Goldert an excellent wine with food. Tasted June 2018.
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.