The Humbrechts believe 1997 is the greatest Gewurztraminer vintage since 1990, with the possible exception of 1994. Readers who crave ostentatious Gewurztraminers will flip for Zind-Humbrecht's flamboyant 1997s.The extraordinarily floral and honeyed aromatics of the medium-to-full-bodied 1997 Gewurztraminer Hengst lead to an impeccably balanced character. Broad waves of minerals, pears, and candied apples drenched in lychee juice are found in its super-expressive core. This velvety-textured wine should be consumed between 2000 and 2006. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524.