Domaine Kreydenweiss Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Riesling 2020
Domaine Kreydenweiss · Alsace Grand Cru, France
At a glance
- Producer
- Domaine Kreydenweiss
- Region
- Alsace Grand Cru, France
- Grape variety
- Riesling
- Wine type
- White
- Body
- Light-bodied and Crisp
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Typical price
- $40-$60
Tasting profile
Green apple, lime zest, wet stone minerality, subtle floral hints. Fresh and linear palate with crisp acidity and saline finish.
Evolution: Over next 5-7 years, will develop richer fruit notes like peach and honey, with layered complexity and a creamy texture while maintaining freshness.
At peak: Expect a harmony of stone fruits, blossom, slight petrol aroma characteristic of aged Riesling, with retained vibrant acidity and intense minerality.
Structure
- Acidity
- High, vibrant and well-integrated
- Tannins
- None (white wine)
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Aging potential
- 20+ years, excellent mineral backbone and acidity enable long aging
Drinking window
- Peak drinking
- 2027 to 2045
- Optimal window
- 2024 to 2048
- Current status
- Approaching early maturity
- Current condition
- The 2020 vintage is showing fresh citrus, mineral notes and balanced acidity typical of Alsace Riesling at this stage.
The high acidity combined with mineral-rich Grand Cru terroir from Wiebelsberg vineyard contributes to a Riesling that can gracefully age for two decades or more while developing complex tertiary notes.
Food pairing
Pairs beautifully with seafood (oysters, scallops), light poultry dishes, Asian cuisine with citrus or ginger, and goat cheese.
Serving
- Serving temperature
- 10-12°C / 50-54°F
- Decant
- Not required
Sustainability
Sustainability score: 8/10
Domaine Kreydenweiss employs organic viticulture with biodynamic preparations; uses solar energy; water conservation techniques in vineyard; minimal intervention winemaking.
The producer’s commitment to organic viticulture and biodynamic principles, combined with renewable energy use and attention to packaging sustainability, contribute to a strong sustainability profile.