2005 Zind-Humbrecht, June 16, 2009

Next month, the Toronto Vintner’s Club is pleased to present a rare tasting of exclusive Alsatian wines from one of the oldest producers in the region. The Humbrecht family has long winemaking traditions, going back to the Thirty Years War (1620). The Domaine Zind-Humbrecht was created in 1959 with the union of family owned properties of Zenon Humbrecht and of Emile Zind. It is known as one of, if not the best producers in the region.

The region produces only 7 varietals; Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinto Blanc, Sylvaner, Vendange Tardive and Selection de Grains Nobles. We are pleased to present 3 of these varietals from various vineyards owned by Zind-Humbrecht including some Grand Cru. And, the 2005 vintage is not just another new vintage but a great one, equal and perhaps superior to the much lauded 2001 vintage.

Event Details

Theme: 2005 Zind-Humbrecht, Wines of Alsace
Date: Tues. June 16, 2009
Time: 6 PM (reception wine); 6:25 Formal tasting
Price: TVC Members: $50; Guests: $60
Location: Toronto Board of Trade, 1st Cdn Place, East side of Bay St between King and Adelaide streets
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To learn more about Zind-Humbrecht and its wines, go to:
http://www.wineanorak.com/zind_humbrecht.htm
http://www.thewinedoctor.com/tastingsprofile/zindhumbrecht.shtml

Brunello Rankings, May 26/09

Our tasting of 1999 Brunellos was a very good evening by all accounts with our attendees enjoying the knowledge, insights, and reception wine provided our guest speaker, Sommelier Angelo Agostino, who also doubled as our reception wine supplier!! Thank you so much Angelo and La Cantina Imports.

When the speaker and group have different opinions about the wines, it makes for an even more interesting and entertaining evening. The group and Angelo agreed on the Mastrojannim, ranking it seventh. But they were at opposite ends of the spectrum on their favourite and least favourite wines! The Group loved the Mocali, Brunello Di Montalcino ($55) while Angelo put it in last place. Of course, people may love all the wines but we force them to rank them which means something has to be first and something is placed last.

So here are the rankings in the order in which they were poured.

Guest Speaker's Rankings
5. '99 Fattori Dei Barbi Brunello Di Montalcino DOCG $42
8. '99 Mocali, Brunello Di Montalcino $55
2. '99 La Gerla Brunello Di Montalcino $65
6. '99 Castiglion Del Bosco Brunello Di Montalcino $59
3. '99 Argiano Brunello Di Montalcino $69
4. '99 Capanna Brunello Di Montalcino $55
1. '99 Pian Delle Vigne Brunello Di Montalcino $62
7. '99 Mastrojanni Brunello Di Montalcino $56

The Group's Rankings
8. '99 Fattori Dei Barbi Brunello Di Montalcino DOCG $42
1. '99 Mocali, Brunello Di Montalcino $55
5. '99 La Gerla Brunello Di Montalcino $65
4. '99 Castiglion Del Bosco Brunello Di Montalcino $59
6. '99 Argiano Brunello Di Montalcino $69
2. '99 Capanna Brunello Di Montalcino $55
3. '99 Pian Delle Vigne Brunello Di Montalcino $62
7. '99 Mastrojanni Brunello Di Montalcino $56

1999 Brunellos - SOLD OUT!

As expected, our May 26th Brunello event has sold out!! If you want us to put your names on a waiting list, please email us. TVC Members will be given preference over guests if any tickets become available.

10 tickets remaining

Only 10 tickets remain unsold for our 1999 Brunello tasting event on May 26.

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1999 Brunellos

Brunello is considered to be one of the richest and most prestigious wines produced in Italy, largely due to its exclusivity. The 1999 vintage is regarded by the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino as a 4 star year on their 5 star scale. Declared a ‘great vintage’ by Jancis Robinson, 1999 Brunello ranks second only to the 1997 vintage (a “classic”) and TVC is fortunate to present 8 wines from a highly rated year. Our guest speaker for the evening is Angelo Agostino of La Cantina Imports.


Event Details

Theme: 1999 Brunello
Date: Tues. May 26, 2009
Time: 6 PM (reception wine); 6:25 Formal tasting
Price: TVC Members: $68; Guests: $88
Location: Toronto Board of Trade, 1st Cdn Place, East side of Bay St between King and Adelaide streets
How to Find the Board of Trade

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