Brut
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of release to appreciate its fresh fruit character and vibrant effervescence.
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Fresh oysters, trout amandine, triple-cream cheeses
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Domaine Dirler-Cadé’s Crémant d'Alsace Brut is a sparkling testament to the estate's mastery of biodynamic viticulture and the traditional method. While Alsace is world-renowned for its still whites, the region's sparkling heritage dates back to the late 19th century, culminating in the creation of the Crémant d'Alsace AOC in 1976. Dirler-Cadé crafts this Brut with the same meticulous care as their Grand Cru still wines. The grapes are hand-harvested from biodynamically farmed vineyards in and around Bergholtz, where the soils—rich in sandstone, limestone, and clay—impart a distinct mineral core. Following a gentle pressing, the wine undergoes its secondary fermentation in the bottle and is aged on its fine lees. This patient maturation coaxes out delicate autolytic notes of toasted brioche and fresh almonds, beautifully balancing the vibrant orchard fruit and crisp, refreshing acidity that defines the estate's signature style.
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Established in 1871 by Jean Dirler in the village of Bergholtz, Domaine Dirler-Cadé is a pioneering force in Alsace's biodynamic wine movement. Now run by the fifth generation, Jean-Christophe Dirler and his wife Ludivine Cadé, the estate expanded in 1998 through the union of their family vineyards. The domaine is deeply committed to ecological balance, achieving full biodynamic certification and utilizing traditional horse-drawn plowing to preserve the soils of their prestigious Grand Cru plots, including Kessler, Spiegel, Saering, and Kitterlé. They are highly acclaimed for their precise, terroir-driven white wines, particularly mineral-rich Rieslings, expressive Pinot Gris, and elegant Gewurztraminers.Lineage and respect for the land define their craft, producing wines of exceptional purity and longevity.Address: 13 Rue d'Orschwihr, 68500 Bergholtz, Alsace, France. Website: https://www.dirler-cade.com