A DREAMY WHITE TRIO OF THE NIGHT
$225 VALUE
If we sip the wine, we find dreams coming upon us out of the
Imminent night.
D.H. Lawrence
1997 Kistler Chardonnay, Kistler Vineyard
1997 Fume Blanc, To Kalon Vineyard, Robert Mondavi
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1997 Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Alsace Pinot Gris
For the connoisseurs among us who know that reds are not the only wines to age
well, here is a trio of spectacular, perfectly aged whites in three different dreamy
varietals.
Starting with nothing less than a Kistler Chardonnay, the Wine Spectator gave this
one 93 Points and called it: rich and creamy, with layers of fig, pear, tangerine,
melon and spice. Refreshingly elegant and sophisticated, with a long, detailed
aftertaste.
Moving on to Mondavi's premier Fume Blanc form the esteemed To Kalon
Vineyard, Mr. Parker himself gave this one 94 Points, and noted that: the 1997
Fume Blanc To-Kalon Estate I Block is produced from the oldest Sauvignon Blanc
vines of the estate vineyard. It offers a subtle, honeyed, citrusy nose, followed by
rich, medium-bodied, elegant, exceptionally long, and remarkably concentrated
flavors. The overall impression remains one of delicacy and finesse.
Finally, the Domaine Zind-Humbreht Pinot Gris an exceptional and rare Alsatian
Pinot Gris from what could be considered the best vintage for this wine of the
entire 1990's decade. All in all, a dreamy white trio indeed!