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Riesling Grittermatte 2018 Julien Meyer

Original price was: 30,00 €.Current price is: 27,90 €.

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Julien Meyer – Riesling Grittermatte

A Riesling from Alsace that speaks of place

Riesling Grittermatte is a natural white wine crafted by Patrick Meyer, a leading figure in the world of low-intervention wines. It is made from 100% Riesling Renano, grown without chemicals on mineral-rich soils that shape the wine’s character and vibrant structure.

Vineyard philosophy and cellar approach

In the village of Nothalten (Alsace), the Meyer family works with biodynamic and holistic methods: no synthetic treatments, spontaneous fermentation, and zero filtration. The wine is aged for at least 12 months on fine lees in cement tanks, gaining complexity and balance while preserving energy and precision.

Tasting notes

Bright straw yellow.
On the nose: citrus peel, mint hints and spring flowers, with a clear mineral undertone.
On the palate: fresh, juicy, energetic and salty, with a long fruity and savory finish.

Technical sheet

Region: Alsace, France
Grapes: 100% Riesling Renano
Vineyard altitude: 250–300 m a.s.l.
Aging: at least 12 months in cement on fine lees
Vinification: spontaneous fermentation, unfiltered, no fining
Alcohol: 12.5% vol
Contains sulfites
Producer: Domaine Julien Meyer – Patrick Meyer
Style: natural white wine

Domaine Meyer – Julien and Patrick Meyer

Family Roots and Viticultural Continuity

The story of Domaine Meyer begins with Julien Meyer, a passionate winemaker in Alsace. Upon his passing, his son Patrick Meyer inherited the vineyards and the family tradition. Interestingly, Patrick initially returned to conventional farming before committing fully to natural, chemical-free, and holistic viticulture, building upon and evolving his father’s legacy.

A Conscious Transformation

Patrick’s dual shift—first toward traditional methods, then fully into natural winemaking—marks a rare and thoughtful path in the world of natural wine. His work reflects a commitment to soil health, vine vitality, and the authentic expression of grape and place. Every choice in the vineyard and cellar is guided by respect for ecological balance and varietal purity.

Experimental Yet Deeply Authentic Wines

Domaine Meyer’s wines are known for their bold expressiveness. Labels like LouLou, Pinot Gris Maceration, and Riesling Grand Cru Muenchberg are surprising and memorable. Each bottle showcases Alsatian identity with both raw honesty and stylistic freedom—wines that break conventions while remaining true to their roots.

Philosophy and Impact

For Patrick, wine is a tool to narrate the land, the seasons, and the deeply Alsatian landscape. His work is craft-based, observational, and low-intervention, with no added sulfites or chemicals. It’s a philosophy for those who seek transparent, emotional, and living wines, produced with consistency and a strong sense of familial memory.