Riesling Heimbourg

2013 Alsace Riesling

Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling Heimbourg from the 2013 vintage is a captivating white wine hailing from the esteemed Alsace region. This Riesling presents a delightful experience with its aromatic bouquet, showcasing notes of ripe stone fruits, citrus zest, and subtle floral hints. The body is medium, providing a satisfyingly rich mouthfeel, while the lively acidity adds a refreshing brightness that enhances the overall drinking experience. With a prominent fruit intensity, this wine expresses the true character of the Riesling varietal, making it both complex and approachable. Its off-dry profile perfectly balances the fruitiness, allowing for a harmonious finish that lingers on the palate, leaving you wanting more. Enjoy this remarkable wine with a variety of dishes or simply savor it on its own.

Tasting notes:

Apricot

Peach

Honey

Flavor profile:

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Grilled Salmon, Fish Tacos, Roasted Herbed Chicken

Region:

Alsace

Lying on the border of France and Germany between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine River, Alsace is unique among French wine regions. Ninety percent of all its wines are white, and they are labeled by variety rather than appellation. The region's production is evenly split between aromatic dry Riesling full of citrus and peach notes, spicy Gewürztraminer with characteristic rose and lychee flavors, full-bodied Pinot Gris with a hint of honey and intense Muscat that tastes of orange blossom. Most of these are labeled AOC Alsace, but there is also a small amount of Grand Cru wine from 51 specially designated vineyards. In this region, you will also find Crémant de Alsace, a wallet-friendly sparkling wine usually made from Pinot Blanc. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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