Marc Kreydenweiss - Kritt Klevner 2015 (moelleux)
90/100
Robert Parker
"Kritt Klevner 2015 is crafted from Pinot Auxerrois grapes that were fully ripe and, in some cases, overripe, sourced from 50- to 60-year-old vines yielding 25 hectoliters per hectare. The wine opens with ripe, aromatic fruit and a delicate honeyed flavor, yet reflects the terroir of Quartz Kritt. Round to opulent, lush and elegant, with a fine tannic structure and ripe acidity, this is a sublime white, very sensual in a semi-dry/semi-sweet style. The finish is well-structured and slightly briny.” (Wine Advocate - 2017)
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Nose
Open and bursting with aromas of candied fruit (overripe)
Palate
Round, full-bodied, and elegant, with aromas of candied fruit and honey, and a slight tannic edge. A beautiful balance between sweetness, ripe acidity, and a structured finish, prolonged by a hint of saltiness.
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink from
2018
Drink before
2030
Production
1,500 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with fruit desserts, mirabelle plum tart, apple tart...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2017 guide) 90/100 (An outstanding wine)
About the wine:
The 2015 Kritt Klevner is crafted from Pinot Auxerrois grapes that were fully ripe and, in some cases, overripe, sourced from 50- to 60-year-old vines yielding 25 hectoliters per hectare.The wine opens with ripe, aromatic fruit and a delicate honeyed flavor, yet reflects the terroir of Quartz Kritt. Round to opulent, lush and elegant, with a fine tannic structure and ripe acidity, it is a sublime white, very sensual in a semi-dry/semi-sweet style. The finish is well-structured and slightly briny.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2023 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 estate:
Antoine, the son of Marc Kreydenweiss, has been at the helm of this estate in Andlau since 2007; it is among the pioneers of biodynamics in Alsace. The diversity of the estate’s terroirs and their subtle interpretation have always been a strong point here, further enhanced by the changes Antoine has implemented (slower pressing and extended aging on the lees). The risks taken in vinifying many cuvées without sulfur (or with minimal levels) have paid off and result in no flaws whatsoever. A small range of wines made from purchased organic grapes has been launched under the label Lune à Boire. The Pinot Noir and macerated wines (not rated) are of the highest caliber. The standards have returned to the highest level with wines of rare vitality, and continue to deepen, with ambitious four-year aging for the 2017 Grand Cru Rieslings. These exciting wines, of rare vitality, have earned the estate its third star this year.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended