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Marcel Deiss - Grasberg 2021 (demi-sec)
Marcel Deiss - Grasberg 2021 (semi-dry)

Marcel Deiss - Grasberg 2021 (demi-sec)

Alsace|White wine|Organic
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4/5 (1 customers)

96/100

Robert Parker

95/100

RVF

95/100

James Suckling

94/100

Vinous

94/100

Yves Beck

semi-dry
tart fruits
fish

“‘What a compelling and inspiring symbiosis!’ (Yves Beck)”

“The 2021 Grasberg is a blend of Riesling and Gewürztraminer from a high-altitude, late-ripening terroir composed of iron-rich Jurassic limestone, located at the summit of the Altenberg Grand Cru, on a gentle north-facing slope at an elevation of 350 meters. A hint of tropical fruit captivates with its aromatic notes of mango. On the palate, it is round, creamy, and bursting with fruit; the mango reappears among juicy notes of yellow peach and passion fruit. This wine is rich, round, and incredibly juicy, but all of this fades to give way to a crisp, slightly phenolic finish that brings together this array of exuberant fruits with complete clarity. ” (Vinous 2024)

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Estate

Domaine Marcel Deiss

Vintage

Grasberg

Vintage

2021

Designation

Alsace

Region

Alsace

Grape Varieties

Complantation de Riesling, Pinot Gris et Gewurztraminer

Regions

Located on the “Grasberg,” at an elevation of 340 m, with a northeast-facing slope at the summit of the “Altenberg de Bergheim” Grand Cru, which rests on the poor limestones of the Grande Oolithe

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

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

Livestock Farming

12 months in casks on full lees

Alcohol content

12.5%

Residual sugars

38.4 g/L

Organic

Yes

Eye

Almost glossy color

Nose

Candied citrus fruits, fresh mint leaves

Palate

Exotic, rich, and bright, with the acidity of large citrus fruits; a lovely length with a softer finish that still shows great vitality

Serve

Decant at 10-12°C

Open

1 hour before serving

Drink before

2036

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Pairs well with foie gras, fine fish, and any dish that calls for lemon...

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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

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100 (Extraordinary wine)

About the wine:

Grown on a late-ripening, slightly north-facing plateau on Jurassic limestone soil at an elevation of 340 meters, the 2021 Grasberg “The hill where the grass grows,” with its lemony hue, opens with delicate saline notes from the terroir and a subtle blend of stone fruits, lychees, chamomile, and brioche. Elegant, slightly sweet (thanks to 38 grams of residual sugar per liter) yet also very mineral, this is a rich, intensely fruity white wine—salty and slightly bitter—with fine tannins and a long, tart, and promising finish, featuring notes of grapefruit bitterness. It possesses a fascinating complexity that will fully express itself in 10 years. Declared alcohol content: 14%. Tasted at the estate in April 2024.
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 (2026 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:

Hints of orange marmalade in Grasberg—very refined and easy to drink, remarkable for the brilliance of its fresh fruit, its liveliness, and its lingering finish.

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

Vinous

Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

The 2021 Grasberg is a blend of Riesling and Gewürztraminer from a high-altitude, late-ripening terroir composed of iron-rich Jurassic limestone, located at the summit of the Altenberg Grand Cru, on a gentle north-facing slope at an elevation of 350 meters. A hint of tropical fruit captivates with its aromatic notes of mango. The palate is round, creamy, and bursting with fruit; the mango reappears among juicy notes of yellow peach and passion fruit. This wine is rich, round, and incredibly juicy, but all of this fades to give way to a crisp, slightly phenolic finish that brings together this array of exuberant fruits with complete clarity. The 40 g/L of sugar makes for a hedonistic, fruity experience. (Semi-dry)
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2025 guide) 95/100

Rated winery (2023 guide) Recommended

About the wine:

Aromas of floral honey and caramelized pineapple. Concentrated, velvety, and incredibly fresh. A lovely acidity makes this wine seem much lighter than it actually is and gives it a surprising burst of energy on the finish, where a hint of crème brûlée doesn’t make it sweet. From this producer’s highest-altitude vineyard, located above the Altenberg Grand Cru. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Enjoy now or cellar.
Yves Beck

Yves Beck

Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Vines growing on Jurassic limestone, high up on the northern slope of the Altenberg. The Grassberg’s intense bouquet reveals floral, fruity, and mineral notes. Smooth on the palate, the wine is nonetheless linear and precise. It has character, charm, minerality, and a long finish. What a compelling and exhilarating harmony! Now – 2041 94/100

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