Domaine Dirler-Cadé - Gewurztraminer Kitterlé Grand Cru 2016
Alsace
White
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Drink or Keep
93/100
Vinous
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16,5/20
Jancis Robinson
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16/20
RVF
Gewurztraminer Kitterlé Grand Cru has a nose with notes of rose, sweet spices and tropical fruit. Complex, the palate is silky and rich, with aromas of exotic fruits. Try it with a blue cheese platter... Excellent!
Features
Estate
Domaine Dirler-Cadé
Cuvée
Gewurztraminer Kitterlé Grand Cru
Vintage
2016
Designation
Alsace Grand Cru Kitterlé
Region
Alsace
Grape varieties
100% Gewurztraminer
Terroirs
Sandy-clay-sandstone soils
Viticulture
Certified organic and biodynamic
Harvest
Manual
Winemaking
Fermentation in century-old tuns
Breeding
11 months on fine lees
Alcohol content
12%
Residual sugars
80 g/l
Organic
Yes
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Golden yellow colour
Nose
Fruity with aromas of tropical fruits, apricot, lemon, and spicy with notes of rose, sweet spices, nutmeg, ginger, and a hint of truffle.
Mouth
Complex, silky and rich, full and airy at the same time, juicy and persistent finish.
Serve
AT 10-14°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2029
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with foie gras or a platter of blue cheeses (Bleu de Laqueille, Fourme d'Ambert or Stillton), fruit tarts...
Domaine Dirler-Cadé
Alsace
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Domaine rated (guide 2023) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the domain :
An emblematic Bergholtz estate for two generations now. The 18 hectares of biodynamic vineyards are the result of the union of Jean Dirler and Ludivine Cadé. In the range, the fine terroirs of Saering, Kitterlé, Kessler and especially Spiegel have great ageing potential, allowing the slight residual sugars to melt away.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated 16/20 (Very good wine)
Domaine rated (guide 2023) 2*Stars (These great estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, must be included in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the domain :
Sensitive and experienced winemakers, Jean Dirler and his wife Ludivine are at the helm of this estate, founded in 1871, handed down from father to son for five generations, and biodynamic since 1998. Whatever the grape variety, the precision of the wines, their density and maturity have never been so accomplished: an impressive range of great dry white wines culminates in the magnificent expressions of the Spiegel, Saering, Kessler and Kitterlé grands crus, which are a must-discover and are now named after the four elements (fire, air, earth, water). This too discreet house offers a remarkable welcome, and many wines are available in older vintages.
Jancis Robinson
Rated 16.5/20
Vinous A. Galloni
Rated 93/100
Rated domain (guide 2023) Recommended
James Suckling
Rated domain (guide 2022) Recommended
Customer reviews
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