Domaine Dirler-Cadé Alsace Riesling Grand Cru Kessler Élément Feu 2020
95/100
RVF
94/100
Vinous
"With restraint and subtlety, the Kessler Riesling strikes a unique chord, combining the depth of clay with the vibrant, salty character of sandstone. Already very expressive, it is capable of defying time." (Le Guide RVF 2023)
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Nose
Subtle notes of dried herbs and stone
Mouth
Very aromatic with yellow and green lemons, citrus peel finish
Serve
Between 13 et 15°C
Drink before
2035
Food and wine pairings
Ideal with pikeperch, roasted almond butter, zucchini mousseline...
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
Wine rated (2023 guide) 95/100
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 wine:
With restraint and subtlety, the Kessler Riesling expresses a unique character, combining the depth of clay with the vibrant, salty notes of sandstone. Already very expressive, it is capable of defying time.
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
Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) Recommended
About wine:
Ludivine Hell-Cadé and Jean Dirler didn't just get married, they also married their respective plots of Kessler Grand Cru. From this protected site, the 2020 Kessler Grand Cru Riesling has a subtle nose of stone and dried herbs. There is a beautiful flavor and a beautifully nuanced balance of lemon and lime notes, which is quite appetizing. The finish is a concert of ripe and tangy citrus peel. Charming, long-lasting, very aromatic, and bone dry. (Bone dry)
James Suckling
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended
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