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Riesling Grand Cru "Spiegel", Dirler-Cadé - 2018

Name: Riesling Grand Cru "Spiegel", Dirler-Cadé
Brand: Dirler-Cadé
SKU: 46513
Price: 49.96 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 46513 750 mL

The name of this site translates to mirror and is reflective of the soils which sparkle with quartz. The palate is dry yet fruity with lemongrass and linden leaf aromas. Very complex and a fine match with grilled scallops in a browned butter sauce.

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Color

White

Vintage

2018

Country

France

Region

Alsace

Producer

Dirler-Cadé

Grape Variety

Riesling

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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