The Brand Vineyard is always the earliest-ripening Riesling vineyard (first to bud-break, flowering, etc.); the growth of a vine is directly related to the temperature at root level and Brand's granite soil warms up very quickly. Zind-Humbrecht's dedication to terroir expression guides all winemaking practices, which include extended pressing cycles, abbreviated clarification cycles (to retain natural yeasts and proteins in the must), natural malolactic fermentation and extended aging on the lees. The wine is aged 18 months in 40-year-old French barrels.

96 Points
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2017 vintage
95 Points
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2017 vintage
Tasting Note
A complex nose, quite discreet, with wet stones and ripe fruits. Vibrant, intense and long on the palate.
Food Pairing
Poached fish, sushi, fine cheeses.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Riesling
APPELLATION: Vin d'Alsace
PH: 3.07
ACIDITY: 3.76 g/l
ABV: 13.56%
AGING: 19 months in 40-year-old French barrels
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 8.6 g/l
Unique Selling Points
  • "Turckheim granite" bedrock and steep, south-facing slope provide exceptional terroir for complex, balanced wine
  • From the prestigious Brand Grand Cru Vineyard, ideally suited to Riesling

About the Grape

Riesling
Riesling shows sublime, refined, vibrant aromas and flavors of peaches, apricots and white fruit, with floral and citrus blossom notes. May show slate, earth, tar, smoke or kerosene notes.
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