Domaine Dirler-Cadé - Gewurztraminer Kitterlé Grand Cru Élément Terre 2019
95/100
James Suckling
"A broad nose of spices and exotic fruits (lychee, but also papaya and mangosteen!). Very rich and succulent with an enveloping creaminess, but only a touch of sweetness and almost no perceptible bitterness, this is a remarkable Gewürztraminer that is surprisingly easy to drink, thanks to its silky texture and excellent balance on the very long finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now or keep." (James Suckling 2022)
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Eye
Golden yellow color
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-bodied yet light, with a juicy, lingering finish.
Serve
At 10-14°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2032
Production
2000
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with foie gras or a selection of blue cheeses (Bleu de Laqueille, Fourme de Montbrison, or Stilton), fruit tarts, grapefruit salad, etc.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Bergholtz's iconic estate for two generations now. The 18 hectares of biodynamic vineyards are the result of the union between Jean Dirler and Ludivine Cadé. Within the range, the beautiful terroirs of Saering, Kitterlé, Kessler, and especially Spiegel have great aging potential, allowing the slight residual sugars to mellow.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2025 guide) 3 stars (These represent the excellence of French vineyards. The best terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical moment.)
About the estate:
Sensitive and experienced winemakers, Jean Dirler and his wife Ludivine are at the helm of this estate founded in 1871, passed down from father to son for five generations and biodynamic since 1998. Regardless of the grape variety, the wines have never been so well-balanced, dense and mature: 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-try and are now named after the four elements (fire, air, earth and water). This estate offers a remarkable welcome and many wines are available in older vintages. The exceptional quality of the entire range in recent vintages has earned it a third star this year.
Vinous
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
About wine:
A broad nose of spices and exotic fruits (lychee, but also papaya and mangosteen!). Very rich and succulent with an enveloping creaminess, but only a touch of sweetness and almost no perceptible bitterness, this is a remarkable Gewürztraminer that is surprisingly easy to drink, thanks to its silky texture and excellent balance on the very long finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now or keep.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Note and opinion by Mr. ISIDORO M. Published on 12/15/2024
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