Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Brand, Alsace Grand Cru, France 2022 Chateau de Laborde Intense graphite and violet character

Intense graphite and violet character with lead pencil

The 2021 Silver Eagle Pinot Noir opens with a gorgeous

pretty intense and concentrated fruit on the nose

which builds waves of fine

Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Riesling Brand, Alsace Grand Cru, France 2022 Chateau de Laborde Intense graphite and violet characterThe 2022 Riesling Brand Grand Cru is from a granite site. The nose crackles with citrus zest. The palate is so clear, juicy and brilliant. This comes together with luminosity, lightness and ease. Grapefruit zest appears on the finish, revealing more of its aromatic layers. Concentration, tingling freshness, zesty phenolics and a distinct light footedness make this supremely balanced and juicy. 96 Pts Vinous