Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Grand Cru Brand 2022
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
Zind-Humbrecht's Brand Grand Cru is one of the great Riesling sites in Alsace, and Olivier Humbrecht MW — one of the first Masters of Wine in France — coaxes extraordinary expression from these biodynamically farmed granite-derived soils. The 2022 vintage delivers power and precision in equal measure, a wine that will evolve beautifully over the next decade.
Nose
Intense and perfumed, with ripe yellow peach, white flower, and a distinctive petrol-like minerality that signals Grand Cru Riesling pedigree. Lemon curd, honeycomb, and a hint of crushed granite add layers of complexity.
Palate
Rich and textural, with concentrated flavors of citrus, ripe apple, and pear wrapped around a core of stony minerality. The residual sugar — if present — is perfectly balanced by a razor-sharp acidity that keeps everything taut. A hint of ginger spice emerges on the mid-palate.
Finish
Long and mineral-driven, with lingering citrus zest, a saline edge, and a final flourish of honeyed sweetness.
- Varietal
- Riesling
- Blend
- 100% Riesling
- Vineyards
- Grand Cru Brand, Turckheim
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
- Skin Contact
- No
Food Pairing
The wine's rich texture and citrus-honey profile complement the caramelized sweetness of seared scallops, while its bright acidity cuts through the butter sauce with precision.
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, led by Olivier Humbrecht MW and certified biodynamic since 1998, farms the Grand Cru Brand vineyard on ancient granite soils in Turckheim, producing Rieslings of remarkable depth and mineral intensity.
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