Marcel Deiss - Alsace Gruenspiel 2018
94/100
RVF
93/100
Bettane & Desseauve
“More reserved on the nose, Gruenspiel unfolds a rounded, spicy profile, transformed by an almost earthy vibrancy. With its notes of gentian and star anise on the finish, its distinctive character is reminiscent of certain vermouths.” (Le Guide RVF 2023)
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Eye
Cloudy, mottled color with a pinkish hue from the lees
Nose
A red wine that is powerful, bold, and a must-try
Palate
Dry, tannic, and full-bodied with good body
Serve
Decant at 12°C
Open
Decant 3 hours in advance
Drink before
2034+
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with beef tartare, spicy dishes...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 93/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) 5*Stars (Exceptional producers, those who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the wine:
A striking nose of bold floral notes (gentian), leather, and hops. On the palate, this wine is structured by its bitter notes, which lend it a gastronomic balance by cutting through the residual sugars. Original right down to its flavors.
About the estate:
While Jean-Michel Deiss spends a great deal of time in his vineyards, it is his son Mathieu who oversees the winemaking process. A charming winemaker, his sensitivity is evident in the evolution of the wines, particularly the Pinot Noirs, which become more delicate and refined with each vintage. For the whites, experiments with maceration lend depth and richness to the textures on the palate. As a winemaker-entrepreneur, Mathieu has expanded the vineyard from 27 to 45 hectares, including his Vignoble du Rêveur project, which he runs with his partner Emmanuelle Milan. Since 2020, two hectares have been dedicated to the production of grapevines, and the estate has acquired its own planting machine, strengthening its autonomy and mastery of all aspects of the winemaking craft.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100
Rated estate (2024 guide) 4*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:
More reserved on the nose, Gruenspiel unfolds a rounded, spicy profile, transformed by an almost earthy vibrancy. With its notes of gentian and star anise on the finish, its distinctive character is reminiscent of certain vermouths.
About the estate:
Mathieu Deiss has taken over from his father, Jean-Michel, at the helm of this venerable estate in Bergheim. Mixed planting remains the guiding principle, even for the grand cru wines. Although the practice is a time-honored tradition in the region, it is rarely followed today and remains a source of strong division among winemakers. The Deiss family continues to push the boundaries of this approach, producing compelling, complex wines with marvelous intensity of flavor and incredible balance. Mathieu has also created the Vignoble du Rêveur from his mother’s vineyards in Bennwihr (where he produces, notably, top-tier orange wines). The wines are exceptional for the region, which can be a bit confusing for the consumer, but the result is magnificent. A few years of hindsight allow us to analyze the precision of the terroir definitions and these wines’ ability to maintain their own balance. Don’t miss the estate’s unique geo-sensory tasting experience, which helps you understand the relationship between the wine’s characteristics and the terroir where it was born.
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Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended
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