Zind Humbrecht, Gewurztraminer Rangen Thann Clos Saint Urbain

Zind Humbrecht, Gewurztraminer Rangen Thann Clos Saint UrbainAshy smoke and flint notes form a minerally overtone that leads the way in this creamy, full bodied Gewrztraminer, layered with flavors of honeycomb, baked apricot, preserved lemon and biscuit. Dense and seamlessly knit, with the rich flavor range swathing a firm, well defined frame of acidity that creates a mouthwatering impression on the smoky finish. Drink now through 2029. 15 cases imported. AN

with a hint of tar

7% alcohol

the 2020 Paul Sauer begins with aromas of dusty red fruit

with ultra refined tannins that provide some grip and stick to your teeth

Champonnets is always better in very warm and/or hot vintages and 2018 is a fine example of that

and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2009 Celia Vizcarra comes from 57-year-old vines in Mambrilla de Castrejon and is blended with 7% Garnacha

but these days it would be more of a story if there was

plus barrels that had been less highly toasted

Bright and linear wine with beautiful layers

just sliced citrus and a similar hint of petrol character

This is at once seductive and classy and should also drink reasonably well young but reward up to a decade of cellaring