Domaine Zind Humbrecht Pinot Gris Rangen de Thann Clos Saint Urbain 2018

Domaine Zind-Humbrecht’s 13.6-acre Grand Cru is the most southerly of Alsaces Vineyards, located in the town of Thann. The due south-facing aspect of the vineyard increases the amount of direct sunlight, giving the vines a privileged position on the steep Rangen Hillside with its 70% gradient. Rangen is a late ripening vineyard whose exceptional exposure allows the grapes to mature slowly in October and November.

This wine develops huge Rangen aromatics: flint, smoke, minerals, with more classic ripe white fruits. The mouthfeel is dense, long lasting and full of mineral flavors.

Savor as an aperitif or with poultry in cream or mushroom sauce.

98 Points – James Suckling

A giant Alsace pinot gris thats brimming with smoke, caramelized-pear, cooked-quince and mushroom aromas. Very deep and ripe, but with spot-on harmony, the hint of grape sweetness beautifully woven into its rich and very complex texture. Astonishing finish thats creamy and salty, smoky and stony all at once.