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Marcel Deiss - Rotenberg - La Colline Rouge 2019

1er Cru|White wine|Organic

4.7/5 (6 customers)

95/100

RVF

95/100

James Suckling

95/100

Yves Beck

93/100

Robert Parker

complantation

complex

scallop

“An impressive depth of flavor! (RVF)”

“This wine from an unclassified vineyard is more expansive and complex than many grands crus! Complex aromas of very ripe apricot, papaya, brioche, and toast, with excellent structure and brilliant acidity underlying the richness. The finish is long and very well-rounded. A blend of Riesling and Pinot Gris.” (James Suckling 2023)

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Estate

Domaine Marcel Deiss

Vintage

Rotenberg - La Colline Rouge

Vintage

2019

Designation

1er Cru

Region

Alsace

Grape Varieties

Complantation de Riesling et Pinots

Regions

Limestone soil of the Great Oolitic Formation

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape Harvest

100% manual

Wine Production

Very long pressing of whole grapes, no settling, fermentation in large oak barrels with native yeasts

Livestock Farming

12 months on total lees

Alcohol content

13.5%

Residual sugars

6.4 g/L

Organic

Yes

Eye

Bright, sunny color; thick disc

Nose

Intense smokiness, high dry extract: magnificent notes of mandarin and lemon

Palate

A beautifully balanced wine, fresh and light, with a lemony acidity and rich aromas

Serve

Decant at 10-12°C

Open

3 hours before service

Drink before

2034

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with premium fish, scallops, salmon with sorrel, fresh or pan-seared foie gras, poultry, or Munster cheese...

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2023 guide): 5*Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)

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. An engaging winemaker, his sensibility 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 body and depth to the textures on the palate. As both a winemaker and an 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 winemaking.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2023 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)

About the wine:

Grown on rocky Jurassic limestone soils in a slightly north-facing vineyard above the Altenberg, the Rotenberg “The Red Hill”—a golden-yellow 2019 vintage—offers a pure yet intense and concentrated bouquet of perfectly ripe and elegant fruit (or chutney), interwoven with the purity of iodine and flint and crushed oolitic limestone. The lush, refined, and very elegant palate is a silky, smooth, and elegant Engelgarten—remarkably energetic and briny—whose fine tannins structure the round, smooth texture and perfectly ripe fruit. This is a magnificent Rotenberg, but the best is yet to come. Natural cork. Tasted at the estate in May 2022.

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100

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:

Subtle, with delicate notes of wisteria and grapefruit on the nose, the Rotenberg is drier than usual, with impressive body and depth.

About the estate:

Mathieu Deiss has succeeded his father, Jean-Michel, as head of this venerable estate in Bergheim. Mixed planting remains the guiding principle, even for the grands crus. Although this method is a time-honored tradition in the region, it is still rarely practiced and remains a source of deep 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, among other things, top-tier orange wines). The wines are exceptional for the region, which can be a bit disorienting for consumers, but the result is magnificent. With a few years of hindsight, one can 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 a wine’s characteristics and the terroir from which it was born.

Vinous

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

James Suckling

Wine rated (2023 guide) 95/100

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

This wine, from an unclassified vineyard, is more full-bodied and complex than many grands crus! Complex aromas of very ripe apricot, papaya, brioche, and toast, with excellent structure and brilliant acidity underlying its richness. The finish is long and very well-rounded. A blend of Riesling and Pinot Gris. Made from organically grown grapes certified by Ecocert. Ready to drink now or for aging.

Yves Beck

Wine rated (2023 guide) 95/100

About the wine:

The bouquet of the 2019 Rotenberg reveals notes of roasted pineapple, toasted almonds, and caramel, followed by hints of chamomile and lemongrass. The attack heralds a full-bodied and indulgent character. The wine achieves harmony through its smoothness, tannins, and acidity. The sweetness is well-balanced, and ultimately, it is the wine’s freshness that stands out. A salty, savory finish is perfectly supported by subtle bitter notes. 2024–2042

Customer Rating

4.7/5

based on 6 reviews