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Pinot Gris Grand Cru Clos Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine) 2016

  • Yellow fruit
  • Gastronomic wine
  • Wine for ageing
  • Color: White
  • Biodynamics
  • 14.50% 
  • 0.75L
  • Intensity
  • Crisp

This Grand Cru Rangen de Thann is without a doubt one of the best representatives of Pinot Gris in Alsace: notes of citrus and spice on the nose with a rich mouthfeel, all balanced by a delicious freshness. Sublime! More info

Rangen de Thann is the most spectacular and noble terroir in all Alsace. Lying to the south of the region, it has enjoyed an excellent winegrowing reputation in Europe since the 12th Century. With its gently sloping position which sits at 350-400 m altitude, the volcanic vineyard is unique for Alsace; the dark reddy-brown soil and south-facing aspect produce characterful Pinot Gris, with a crystalline texture and unforgettable depth. This cuvée can cellar for a good 20 years.

Pinot Gris Grand Cru Clos Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine) serve at a temperature of 12°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Salade d’oursin à la coriandre, Volaille de Bresse rôtie, Poissons en sauce légèrement citronnée.

Peak: 2031-2036

  • Vintage score: 15/20
  • Lot presentation
    Pinot Gris Grand Cru Clos Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine)

    The wine

    Rangen de Thann is the most spectacular and noble terroir in all Alsace. Lying to the south of the region, it has enjoyed an excellent winegrowing reputation in Europe since the 12th Century. With its gently sloping position which sits at 350-400 m altitude, the volcanic vineyard is unique for Alsace; the dark reddy-brown soil and south-facing aspect produce characterful Pinot Gris, with a crystalline texture and unforgettable depth. This cuvée can cellar for a good 20 years.

    Information about domain Zind-Humbrecht

    Zind Humbrecht was created in 1959 as a result of the merger of the wine producing operations of the Humbrecht family in Gueberschwihr and the Zind family in Wintzenheim. The Humbrechts are a very old wine-making family, who have been passing their skills from one generation to the next since the Thirty Years War (1620). The property has 40 hectares and is managed according to biodynamic principles. Zind Humbrecht has long been established as one of Alsace's most reputable producers. Léonard Humbrecht has placed quality over quantity, developing superb terroirs that have been neglected because they are too difficult to work, such as Rangen in Thann. Today, Olivier Humbrecht and his father are only interested in exceptional terroirs; their insistence on quality, combined with virtuoso technical ability, enable them to produce exceptionally dense, complex wines that are always respectful of the characteristics of the grape varieties and the terroir.

    Detailed characteristics

    • Quantity: 1 Bottle
    • Level: 1 into-neck
    • Label: 1 good appearance
    • Origin: Producer
    • Recoverable VAT: Yes
    • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
    • French customs seal: yes
    • Alcohol percentage: 14.50 %
    • Country/Region: Alsace
    • Appellation/Wine: Pinot Gris
    • Classification: Grand Cru
    • Producer/Owner: Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine)
    • Vintage: 2016
    • Color: White
    • Peak: 2031-2036
    • Service temperature: 12°
    • Viticulture: Biodynamics 
    • Intensity: Crisp
    • Dominant aroma: Yellow fruit
    • Tasting occasion: Gastronomic wine
    • Grape variety: 100% Pinot Gris
    Pinot Gris Grand Cru Clos Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine)
    Pinot Gris Grand Cru Clos Saint-Urbain Rangen de Thann Zind-Humbrecht (Domaine)

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