May 28, 2009

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
How to Find the Board of Trade

Click here to Register / Buy Tickets

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

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