Domaine Dirler-Cadé - Riesling Kitterlé Grand Cru Élément Terre 2020

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

Full-bodied and saline on the palate, this wine with its powerful floral aromas is in perfect harmony with its soil. Here too, terroir dominates the grape variety.

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

About the wine:

Impressive saline tension in the Kitterlé Riesling, with its vigorous sap and smoky glow on the finish: a straightforward, sharp, deep wine with outstanding persistence and intensity of flavor.

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.

Vinous A. Galloni

James Suckling

About the wine:

The complex, vibrant nose of wild herbs and flowers draws you into this extremely compact and precise dry Riesling, which skilfully underestimates its power and concentration. It's still very young and will reveal itself even better after a few years in bottle, but there's no doubt that this wine is already very upright and structured. Extremely long and complete finish. Drink now, but preferably from 2025.