2001 Riesling Clos Hauserer
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Sweet pears and spices are found in the aromatic profile of the 2001 Riesling Clos Hauserer (indice 1). An expansive, sultry offering, it slathers the palate with suave layers of gravel, quinine, spices, and minerals. All of these elements linger in its exceptionally long finish. Medium-bodied and silky-textured, it displays huge richness and exquisite balance. Projected maturity: 2006-2014. 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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(this fermented its sugars for a full year, finishing with just three grams) Slightly greener color than the Herrenweg. Subtle aromas of lime and stone. Tactile, rich and seriously dry, with strong citrus and mineral character. Finishes very dry but not acidic. Classic brisk, fresh riesling from limestone and marl.
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.