Jubilee Alsace Riesling

*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.

Creamy. A bag of melted gummy bears.
Outstanding.

Favorite of the night. Nice aromatics. Ready to drink.

Typical Hugel Riesling still going very strong after 12 years in my cellar. Ideal with a Niçoise salad for lunch in 34 degrees weather.

Lasted 39 minutes

Quite lively and Honey driven Riesling. Citrus and a little viscosity. Dry, mid+ acidity. a little bitterness.

Honey, white peach candy note, white flower floral note, banana candy extract. Med plus acidity, med plus body.

From a restaurant list. Nice medium gold color. Heavy in the glass. Beautiful bouquet of apricot, lemon, flowers and stone. Reminds me instantly of Clos St Hune. With air the power built. Good finish. Was empty before it had all the air it needed.

Dry, almost tannic moment on the mid-palate which is then moistened by a honeyed note and finishes with brilliant mineral acidity.

Third time I’ve had this wine and I still adore everything about it. Loves air. Pale lemon/green with gummy worm aromatics. Powerful and dry at 13.5% abv. The age is just starting to show as the fruit character mellows. Rich, lees, neutral oak. I want crab cakes or Thai chile chicken wings.