Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris "Clos Jebsal" Vendange Tardive 2012

96 Points Vinous

The 2012 Pinot Gris Clos Jebsal Vendange Tardive is magnificent. Rich, layered and also light on its feet, the 2012 is a magical wine. The flavors are deep and yet the wine remains so gracious, so classy. Orange confit, mint, honey and dried flowers all open up in the glass. The balance of flavor intensity and elegance is off the charts. In 2012, the VT also includes a portion of juice that was initially harvested for a SGN bottling. Olivier Humbrecht decided the two wines were not materially different, so the SGN juice ended up here. The 2012 is a truly special wine.