Wine Reviews

The 2022 Riesling Roche Calcaire is harvested across the limestone soils of the estate from vines that do not make it into the single vineyards. In 2022, this was restricted to the marl and limestone soils of the village of Gueberschwihr, around the Goldert Grand Cru, a site that Humbrecht calls “virtually drought proof.” The nose still flickers with yeasty funk and lovely, flinty reduction, but even this funkiness does not obscure the vibrant lemon and orange peel. The palate is fresh but so buffered, with stunning limestone smoothness wrapping itself around a central vein of bright freshness. This is lip-smacking and approachable. It’s friendly and bright already. The finish shines with a tart

100% volcanic soils reflect intriguing smoky aspects. At first almost caressing, the palate reveals ripe, juicy pear, wet stone and more smokiness, with energy-lending citrus and pepper. After sipping, you realise how very concentrated and even powerful the exceptionally smooth palate is. A veritable showstopper and fit for the finest gastronomy.

Gorgeous aromas of orange, ginger, pepper, truffle butter and spring flowers. The palate balances acidity and residual sugar, delivered with brisk salinity, wherein you bask in the textural seamlessness. It is not for nothing that this grand cru is mostly planted with Pinot Gris.

Initially smoky notes from the volcanic soil border on bacon, but what a robust palate. Shows off juicy nectarine, ginger and green and black tea. Almost 50% of Hengst Grand Cru is planted with Gewurztraminer, and this is a stellar example.

Zesty, bright and intensely minerally, this carries its weight with ease, showing lime zest acidity that drives lychee, green plum and mandarin orange flavors. This has a lightness to it, with chalky minerality powering the creamy yet focused palate through the sneaky long finish