Domaine Dirler-Cadé - Riesling Kitterlé Grand Cru Élément Terre 2020
98/100
James Suckling
95/100
RVF
95/100
Bettane & Desseauve
“The character of Riesling and the richness of the terroir”
“The complex, vibrant nose of wild herbs and flowers draws you into this extremely compact and precise dry Riesling, which skillfully downplays its power and concentration. It is still very young and will reveal itself even better after a few years in the bottle, but there is no doubt that this wine is already very upright and structured. An extremely long and full finish. Drink now, but best enjoyed from 2025 onward. ” (James Suckling 2022)
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Eye
Sparkling yellow dress
Nose
With notes of wild herbs and flowers
Palate
Floral notes with a lovely briny edge
Serve
At 10-14°C
Drink before
2032
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with a fillet of Arctic char, oysters, sardine rillettes...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the wine:
With a salty, full-bodied palate and powerful floral aromas, this wine is deeply rooted in its soil; here, too, the terroir takes precedence over the grape variety.
About the estate:
An iconic estate in Bergholtz for two generations now. The 18 hectares of biodynamic vineyards are the result of the partnership between Jean Dirler and Ludivine Cadé. Within the range, the fine terroirs of Saering, Kitterlé, Kessler, and especially Spiegel offer great aging potential, allowing the slight residual sugars to integrate fully.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2025 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the wine:
The Kitterlé Riesling boasts impressive mineral tension, brimming with vitality and a smoky finish: a wine that is straightforward, sharp, and deep, with extraordinary length and intensity of flavor.
About the estate:
Jean Dirler and his wife Ludivine, sensitive and seasoned winemakers, expertly steer this estate founded in 1871, which has been passed down from father to son for five generations and has been cultivated biodynamically since 1998. Regardless of the grape variety, the precision of the wines, their density, and ripeness have never been more 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 an absolute must-try and are now named after the four elements (fire, air, earth, 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
Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 98/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
The complex, vibrant nose of wild herbs and flowers draws you into this extremely compact and precise dry Riesling, which skillfully belies its power and concentration. It is still very young and will reveal itself even better after a few years in the bottle, but there is no doubt that this wine is already very well-structured and balanced. An extremely long and full finish. Ready to drink now, but best enjoyed starting in 2025.
Customer rating
4.1/5
based on 7 reviews
Review by Mr. ANTONIO F. Posted on 11/24/2024
An interesting wine with a fruity aroma. Slightly effervescent when first opened
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Review by Mr. OLIVIER P. Posted on July 24, 2025
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Review by Mr. ERIC G. Posted on April 18, 2025
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Review by Mr. DIDIER T. Published on March 19, 2025
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Review by Mr. BERNARD P. Published on September 14, 2024
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Review by Mr. CLAUDE E. Posted on July 23, 2024
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Review by Mr. SAMUEL C. Posted on June 5, 2024
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