1998 Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl
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The 1998 Gewurztraminer Clos Windsbuhl offers a nose of red berries, pears, and spices. This medium-to-full-bodied wine's velvety-textured character is crammed with flavors reminiscent of almond cookie dough, sweet red cherries, creamed raspberries, and roses. Highly detailed and precise, it is boisterously expressive yet elegant and graceful. Projected maturity: 2001-2012. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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Even riper but reticent aromas of citrus and smoke. Sweet, succulent and smoky in the mouth, with a minerally austerity contributing to the impression of structure. Meaty but not at all rustic. A large-scaled, very rich wine that appears to be closing down today. Very long, strong aftertaste.
About the producer

Widely acknowledged as one of the legendary wineries in Alsace, the wines of Domaine Zind-Humbrecht are nothing short of magical. Certified organic and biodynamic, the estate crafts an extensive range of wines, including many Grand Cru and single-vineyard bottlings.