Alsace Dirler-Cadé

Our committee's review

Recognized with 3 stars by the Revue du Vin de France, Domaine Dirler-Cadé has truly established itself as a master of Alsace. Since 1998, Ludivine and Jean Dirler have nurtured their biodynamic vineyard with dedication and passion, creating outstanding cuvées. Regardless of the grape variety, the precision of their wines is evident: an impressive range of exceptional dry whites, culminating in the magnificent grand cru expressions of Spiegel, Saering, Kessler, and Kitterlé.

A once-overlooked estate now in the spotlight, and one you absolutely must discover—especially since Olivier Poussier, Best Sommelier in the World and a member of our Selection Committee, cannot praise it highly enough.

From sandstone terroirs, the 2022 white Alsace Mémoire pays tribute to the estate's founder with a unique blend of Chasselas, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Muscat Ottonel. Fermented in stainless steel tanks and century-old oak foudres, and aged on its lees, this complex and refined white wine offers impressive volume and energy. Its lovely fruity profile, centered around orchard fruits, extends into a precise, infused, and vibrant structure. Fresh, light, and highly drinkable, it pairs beautifully with tarte flambée, cooked fish, or cheeses. Rated 92/100 by the Selection Committee.

The 2021 white Alsace Grand Cru Spiegel Riesling Élément Air is a breathtaking wine with remarkable length. Grown in the southern part of the region on Vosges sandstone soils, this crystalline Riesling showcases pure, focused notes of citrus and green apple, captured at an exquisite level of ripeness. It is vibrant, deep, and full of energy, with striking precision. The wine's long, lean profile is complemented by a hint of salinity on the finish and a beautiful, tense structure. Perfectly suited to fish tartare or shellfish. Rated 94/100 by RVF.

Born from a sun-drenched terroir of Vosges sandstone at an altitude of around 400 meters, the 2020 white Alsace Grand Cru Kessler HW Riesling Élément Feu reveals a unique character. This cuvée, historically vinified separately, is subtle and precise, opening with delicate floral and nuanced mineral notes. The palate is magnificent—powerful and expansive, yet both deep and penetrating—with an exceptional length featuring menthol, saline, and aniseed notes, along with fine mineral bitterness that adds a fascinating energy. A truly grand Riesling, driven by the density of its old vines and the power of its fiery terroir. Rated 97/100 by RVF and awarded the Coup de Cœur by the Selection Committee with a score of 96/100.

The new favorite of Alsace, awarded 3 stars by RVF for its balanced and delicious wines.

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