Dirler-Cade Cremant Brut Nature 2010

Dirler-Cade Cremant Brut Nature 2010

In 1871, Jean Dirler founded Vins Dirler in the tiny village of Bergholtz, tucked in the lower hills of the Vosge Mountains of Southern Alsace. Today the domain is run by the latest Jean Dirler, who represents the 5th generation, and his wife Ludivine whom he married in 1998—an important year at the domain since, in order to respect and preserve their delicacy, it was the beginning of their practice of biodynamic culture. In 2000, the domain increased in size as Dirler was joined with Ludivine's familial vineyards, Domaine Hell-Cade, in nearby Guebwiller. The merger, now known as Dirler-Cade, brought the total vineyards planted to 44.5 acres. The pink sandstone soils found in the vineyard impart an incomparable style and finesse to their wines. Dirler-Cade's respect for the land is reflected in their methods: Herbal treatments (Vineyard health is insured naturally with preparations that include small amounts of brimstone flour and herbal concoctions of nettle, willow, and horsetail mixtures), horse plowing, use of natural fermentation, and weed killers and all chemical fertilizers are strictly avoided.