2021 Pinot Gris, Rangen de Thann, Clos Saint Urbain, Grand Cru, Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Alsace

Certified biodynamic Biodyvin). Bottling date January 2023; RS 3.5 g/l; TA 7 g/l, pH 3; yields 18 hl/ha. The average age of the vines is 59 years. Sedimentary volcanic rocks, facing south. Very steep slope.

More intense and more mineral than the Clos Jebsal, but still with that ripe-pear flavour and spice. Powerful, fruity/sour intensity on the palate. Lighter on its feet than I expected but with impressive depth, length and mouth-watering freshness. 

Drink 2023 - 2036

The golden color of the 2021 Pinot Gris Rangen de Thann Clos Saint Urbain Grand Cru signals richness. However, the wine is subtle on the nose and still clouded by promising reduction. The palate presents juicy pear, lemon-edged, with a lovely licorice bitterness. The acidity is smooth and balanced, but licorice keeps flashing up darkly, broodingly, speaking of the dark volcanic stone. The finish is very long and intriguing because this is such a taut, almost austere Pinot Gris, compelling and dramatic. Wait for this. Bone-dry).

Drink 2027 - 2070