*pic of the white wines* One of the wines I supplied for an annual lunch hosting (co-host this time), along with the 2018 Morlet LpD. 2009 was the last year Hugel used “Jubilee” before moving to “Grossi Laüe”. This is Hugel’s “Grand Cru” selection from their Schoenenbourg vineyard.
Undeniably Alsatian Riesling in the glass from first whiff…floral, minerals, and only slightly TDN (petrol) aromatic driven, but noticeable power. Vintage (and age) has helped this reach a fantastic drinking window where acidity and flavor profile are in balance and not fighting each other. Ripe herb-crusted yellow fruits alongside limestone/mineral in a powerful profile. There is warmth to this vintage and it makes an appearance in how fleshy the wine is (which is great). At almost 16yrs, there is no rush, but this drinking window is exceptional. — 5 months ago
Deep purple color.
Aromas of cassis, cocoa, peppercorn.
Dry. Flavors of cassis, cocoa, raspberry candy, cinnamon, licorice. Medium-rich, velvety tannins.
Intensity: 5/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5 — 9 months ago
Was good but nothing memorable. Was not as sweet so that was great — 5 years ago
Enjoyed this one. Smooth and delicious. — 5 years ago
1989 vintage. Decent fill and cork. Not decanted. Powdery, not chunky, sed. Tasted after 3.5 hours open. Light-medium body. Nose and flavors kept up the intensity in complete harmony. Special. Well-stored examples should yield similar pleasure for another 5-6 years. 03.29.25. — 5 months ago
very enjoyable — 5 months ago
Delicious Pinot blanc! — 6 months ago
Def buy again — 5 years ago
Heinens $17. Wine Spectator Best Value April 2025 — 5 months ago
Bright, lively, full of floral notes, honey, a touch of sweetness. Lot of apple/ pear, nice mineraly finish — 5 months ago
Very dry, wife loved it — 6 months ago
Kurt wine — 9 months ago
Dry and light. Not super fruity. Refreshing for hot and humid summer evening. — 5 years ago
Juicy and a little sweet — 6 years ago
Jon Ebsworth
A classic and need to drink more of this — a year ago