Marc Kreydenweiss - Kritt Klevner 2015 (moelleux)
90/100
Robert Parker
“Kritt Klevner 2015 is made from Pinot Auxerrois grapes that were highly ripe—and in some cases overripe—harvested from 50- to 60-year-old vines with a yield of 25 hectoliters per hectare. The wine opens with ripe, aromatic fruit and a delicate hint of honey, while reflecting the terroir of Quartz Kritt. Round to opulent, lush and elegant, with a fine tannic structure and ripe acidity, it is a sublime white wine, 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 sensation. 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 your fruit desserts, such as mirabelle plum tart, apple tart, and more...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2017 guide) 90/100 (Excellent wine)
About the wine:
Kritt Klevner 2015 is crafted from Pinot Auxerrois grapes that were fully ripe—and in some cases overripe—harvested from 50- to 60-year-old vines yielding 25 hectoliters per hectare.The wine opens with ripe, aromatic fruit and a delicate hint of honey, while reflecting the terroir of Quartz Kritt. Round to opulent, lush and elegant, with a refined tannic structure and ripe acidity, it is a sublime white wine, 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 excellence of French vineyards. 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 strength here, reinforced by the changes Antoine has implemented (slower pressing and extended aging on lees). The risks taken in vinifying many cuvées without sulfur (or with minimal levels) are paying off and do not result in the slightest flaw. A small line 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, with their rare vitality, have earned the estate its third star this year.
James Suckling
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended
Customer Rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. DIMITRI R. Published on March 2, 2020
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Review by Mr. ANDRE L. Published on March 20, 2019
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