2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties Field blend of 14 varieties
Region Alsace
Soil Multicolored keuper marls with rare limestone intercalations
Orientation South-Facing
Sites Single Burg site at the mouth of the valley in Bergheim
Vine Age Vines planted between 1977 and 1997
Fermentation Vessels Large old foudres
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Serving Temperature 10°C · 50°F
Closure Cork
Production Details The vineyard is planted at 10,000 vines per hectare. The wine underwent ambient-yeast fermentation and was fermented and aged in large old foudres.
Tasting Notes Vinous (2026-03-24): pear-scented, smooth earthy richness, rounded, cool, bright and finely textured; dry.
Critics Ratings 94/100 (Vinous; review dated 2026-03-24)
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties Vendor-listed varieties: Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir and Riesling; the source does not establish that this is an exhaustive blend
Drinking Window Vendor maturity guidance: 2–15 years
Region Alsace
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Production Details Hand-harvested with strict selection; matured in foudre for 12 months. Recommended serving range is 10–12°C.
Certifications Biodyvin
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2020 Technical Specifications
Residual Sugar 35 g/L
Region Alsace
Soil Triassic marl on gypsum
Orientation South-Facing
Sites Burg site in the narrow Bergenbach valley; cool and late-ripening
Tasting Notes Vinous (2023-04-20): ripe and tart Mirabelle, summer blossom and subtle lemon; cool, round, fresh and textured; off-dry.
Critics Ratings 90/100 (Vinous; review dated 2023-04-20)
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Grape Varieties Riesling 50% with approximately 13 other varieties in a field blend
Region Alsace
Soil Colorful keuper marl with rare interbedded limestone
Orientation Western Exposure
Tasting Notes Wine Advocate (2025-02-06): fine, elegant, rich and concentrated fruit; cool spicy fir-bark notes; dense, savory and salty, with fine tannins and a firm, persistent finish.
Critics Ratings 96/100 (Wine Advocate; review dated 2025-02-06)
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.0%
Residual Sugar 25.4 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties Field blend of 13 Alsatian varieties
Drinking Window Drink by 2028
Region Alsace
Soil Multicolored keuper marls with rare limestone intercalations
Orientation Full Southern Exposure
Fermentation Vessels Foudre
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Oak Types Oak
Serving Temperature 12°C · 54°F
Production Details Whole-grape fermentation in foudre with indigenous yeasts and no débourbage (no juice settling); matured on lees in oak foudre for 12 months. Decant for one hour before service.
Tasting Notes Complex nose of humus and white fruit; powerful, rich and broad attack, salivating and iodized. RVF 2024 additionally notes dried flowers and royal jelly.
Food Pairing Warm oysters and exotic dishes such as lobster with mango
Critics Ratings 94/100 (La Revue du vin de France, Guide 2024)
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