Domaine Dirler-Cadé Crémant d'Alsace Brut Nature 2019

Bettane & Desseauve

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:

Salivating, with a hint of licorice, this crémant is crisp and fleshy.

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 better: an impressive range of great dry white wines culminates in the magnificent expressions of the Spiegel, Saering, Kessler and Kitterlé grands crus, which must be discovered, and which 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

About the wine:

This 2019 Crémant Brut Nature has spent 2.5 years on lees and is fragrant with fresh, ripe apples, white currants and a lovely, bright aroma of fresh fruit. The mousse is lively and there's a lovely texture, a little tangy, with wonderful balance in this bone-dry sparkler. A lively, sophisticated aperitif with a lovely apple finish. I'm often skeptical of Pinot Gris as a base for sparkling wine, but here it shines (bone-dry).

James Suckling