Single-Owner Private Collection of Fine Wines from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhône Valley and more….
Timed Online Auction, 2 - 13 May 2024
Germany, The Loire, Australia, Hungary
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About this Item
The Humbrecht family has a history in winegrowing dating back to 1620. Located in Turckheim, Alsace, Domaine Zind-Humbrecht was founded in 1959 through the marriage of two winemaking families. Today, the Domaine owns 40 hectares of vines spread between Turckheim, Hunawihr, Thann, Gueberschwihr and Wintzenheim. They have both Grand Cru and single-vineyard sites which are planted with the six noble Alsace grapes and are organic and biodynamic certified since 2002. The domaine is managed by Olivier and Margaret Humbrecht and is considered one of the best producers in Alsace.
The Heimbourg vineyard is one of the prized sites of Zind-Humbrecht, situated in the Hunawihr commune of Alsace. It is known for its limestone-rich soils and favorable microclimate, which contribute to the development of grapes with excellent concentration and complexity.
The term "Vendange Tardive" (late harvest) refers to wines made from grapes that are harvested later than usual, allowing them to achieve higher levels of ripeness and sugar concentration on the vine. These grapes are often affected by noble rot (botrytis cinerea), which further intensifies their flavors and sweetness.
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Critics Ratings
‘The 1994 Gewurztraminer Heimbourg V. T. exhibits a light to medium gold color, an exotic, honeyed cherry, lychee nut, rose-scented nose, thick, rich, moderately sweet flavors, fabulous purity, and a finish that lasts for nearly a minute. The wine is still unformed, but it can be expected to last for 20+ years, becoming increasingly dry in taste as it evolves. This wine bordered on perfection – it is that pure, rich, concentrated, ageworthy, and impeccably well-balanced. The grapes are harvested at strikingly high sugar levels, and would qualify as an off-dry, medium sweet wine. It is best served with foie gras, or at the end of a meal by itself. This wine is made in extremely limited quantities (under 100 cases).’ - Robert M. Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate, 96/100 (June 1996)
‘Thick and rich, yet still vibrant and intense, this multi-layered wine marries racy grapefruit acidity with honeyed sweetness in a spicy, harmonious package with a lingering finish. Has the balance to match with food and the concentration to age.’ – Wine Spectator, 93/100
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