Julien Meyer's 2021 Riesling "Grittermatte" is a pure and precise expression of Alsace terroir, crafted by one of the region’s most steadfast proponents of biodynamic and natural winemaking. Patrick Meyer, who has steered his family estate toward a deeply terroir-driven philosophy, works with old vines rooted in the limestone-rich soils of the Grittermatte vineyard. The cooler 2021 vintage brought a return to classic Alsatian freshness, resulting in wines of electric tension and crystalline minerality. Fermented with native yeasts and bottled with minimal intervention, this Riesling is a true reflection of both vineyard and vintage.
On the nose, this wine is bright and aromatic, offering layers of lime zest, green apple, and white flowers, interwoven with chalky minerality and a hint of smokiness. The palate is taut and structured, with racy acidity cutting through notes of citrus peel, pear, and wet stone. A gentle saline edge emerges on the finish, leaving a lasting impression of purity and finesse.
With its vibrant energy and mineral-driven complexity, this Riesling is a natural pairing for oysters, sushi, or delicately spiced Asian cuisine. It also complements Alsatian classics like choucroute or freshwater fish dishes. Though already showing beautifully, it has the potential to develop further depth and nuance with a few years in the cellar.
