Alsace Marcel Deiss

Our committee's review

A pinnacle of French winemaking and a 4-star estate in the Guide RVF—a leading French wine publication—Domaine Deiss shines brightly over Alsace and stands at the forefront of the new wave in French viticulture. Jean-Michel Deiss, now joined by his son Mathieu, crafts wines for true connoisseurs—complex, intensely flavourful, and beautifully balanced.

Farmed entirely according to biodynamic principles, the estate showcases Alsace’s terroirs and grape varieties with exceptional mastery. Their profound understanding of soil and vinification allows them to elevate each cuvée to something extraordinary. With residual sugars now dialed back more than ever, these latest wines are among their finest yet, securing the domaine’s place on the global stage. An absolute must for any serious wine lover.

Rediscover this globally acclaimed, inimitable style through three stunning cuvées.

The 2023 Alsace Complantation White is a beautifully complex wine, crafted from a mix of grape varieties grown together on the same terroir. The nose opens with delicate white flower aromas and fresh white fruit, all wrapped in a lovely sense of ripeness. On the palate, it strikes a perfect balance between silkiness, freshness, tension, and subtle mineral-driven bitterness. This is a highly complete, approachable wine—an ideal introduction to this unique style of viticulture. A perfect match for freshwater fish or creamy white meat dishes. Rated 92/100 by the Selection Committee.

The 2023 Alsace Ribeauvillé White captures Riesling in its most mineral-driven form. It opens with striking purity—no smoky notes or overripe character, but instead delicate floral nuances and fresh white fruit aromas. On the palate, it’s both dense and finely etched, with natural acidity bringing impeccable balance and a vibrant sense of freshness. A truly outstanding white wine, already a joy to drink but with the potential to age gracefully for 5 years or more. A Selection Committee Favourite, rated 93/100.

An absolute favourite of the Selection Committee, rated 96/100 and also scoring 96/100 from Parker, the 2020 Alsace Grand Cru Altenberg de Bergheim White is nothing short of phenomenal. Crafted from thirteen grape varieties grown together on a limestone slab, this wine is a masterclass in purity and balance. It opens with stunning aromas of candied grapes and syrupy mirabelle plums, immediately setting the tone. The palate is broad, dense, and luxuriously smooth, with a liqueur-like texture that coats the mouth. A vibrant streak of minerality provides lift and structure, delivering a sense of harmony that’s both powerful and graceful. This is Grand Cru character in all its glory—immensely pleasurable, endlessly long, and already expressive, yet easily capable of aging for five years or more. A brilliant match for classic foie gras toasts or refined Asian cuisine—think lemongrass and ginger prawn wok or lacquered poultry.

An Alsace legend with an unmistakable style, universally praised by critics.

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