Notify me
2020 Edelzwicker
Meyer-FonnéThough Alsace is best known for its stunning varietal wines, the Edelzwicker is a notable exception. These “noble blends” may contain any combination of the region’s numerous permitted white grape varieties—in this case, Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Chasselas, and Riesling make up the mix. Unlike many wines from nearby Germany, which often have a touch of residual sweetness, Alsace prides itself on its dry wines, and here is a great example. Delicate, floral, and highly aromatic, Félix Meyer’s Edelzwicker is an insider’s ticket to the wonders of Alsace at bargain cost. It is above all a vin de plaisir, offering abundant fruit and freshness with a frisky, stony finish that makes it incredibly versatile with food. Traditional Alsatian cuisine is an obvious match, but the possibilities are endless: salads, charcuterie, goat cheese, and Southeast Asian dishes all have a place alongside this Edelzwicker. Its capacity to quench one’s thirst and charm the senses makes the one-liter bottle all the more logical.
—Anthony Lynch
Kermit's Pick
Wine Type: | white |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Bottle Size: | 1L |
Blend: | Pinot Blanc 45%, Sylvaner 20%, Riesling 15%, Muscat 15%, Chasselas 5% |
Appellation: | Alsace |
Country: | France |
Region: | Alsace |
Producer: | Meyer-Fonné |
Winemaker: | François & Félix Meyer |
Farming: | Organic (practicing) |
Alcohol: | 12.5% |
More from this Producer or Region
2020 Riesling “Pfoeller”
France | Alsace
One of the gems of the Meyer portfolio.
2021 Edelzwicker
France | Alsace
Meyer-Fonné’s 2021 has a floral, perfumed nose—perhaps from a splash of Muscat?—and a soft mid-palate with green apple and pear—surely a sign of Pinot Blanc in there.
2021 Pinot Noir “Altenbourg”
France | Alsace
This is a rich, ample, seductive Pinot with notes of tea leaves, strawberries, and blackberries.
2019 Pinot Gris Grand Cru “Kaefferkopf”
France | Alsace
Meyer’s 2019 is lovely stuff—fermented dry, full-bodied in style, it shines at table in a multitude of gastronomic settings with kaleidoscopic range.
2018 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru “Furstentum”
France | Alsace
A slightly sweeter style of Gewurztraminer with opulent aromas and flavors to pair with any kind of spicy food.
2022 Pinot Blanc “Vieilles Vignes”
France | Alsace
Félix Meyer’s old-vine Pinot Blanc from the slopes of Katzenthal, in Alsace, has long overdelivered in the role of the proverbial “crisp white” for which we long.
2019 Pinot Gris “Dorfburg”
France | Alsace
That grapes can be cajoled and fashioned to make such a liquid is miraculous.
2020 Syrah “Le Samson”
France | Alsace
Take this opportunity to snap up a few bottles of this truly singular Syrah.
2017 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru Sélection de Grains Nobles “Kaefferkopf” 500ml
France | Alsace
The nose just jumps out of the glass in a blaze of spicy, honeyed glory.
2020 Riesling Grand Cru “Wineck Schlossberg”
France | Alsace
You’ll detect a steely quality on the finish, and the slightest hint of the petrol often associated with Riesling. Delicious!
About The Producer
Meyer-Fonné
About The Region
Alsace
Tragically, Alsace might be the most misunderstood wine region of France. In spite of its long history of viticulture and tremendous diversity of pedigreed terroirs, a past fraught with marketing mishaps has left consumers baffled as to what exactly to expect inside one of these mysterious tall, thin bottles.
The good news, on the other hand, is that a new wave of quality-oriented growers is working hard to put Alsace in its rightful place as one of the world’s most fascinating sources of fine white wine. By embracing tradition, respecting terroir, and making a concerted effort to better communicate the countless virtues their wines have to offer, they have succeeded in putting Alsace back on the map.
Crafted from a number of grape varieties and beautifully interpreting the region’s mosaic of soil types, our Alsace imports are by and large dry whites offering exceptional versatility at table. While each of these selections is ready to be uncorked tonight, the finest among them are also capable of maturing for many, many years in a cool cellar. Expect kaleidoscopic aromatics, lively acidities, and loads of terroir transparency in these skillfully crafted masterpieces. Enjoy a foray into the thrilling world of the world’s most underrated wine region, and certainly do not hesitate to contact our sales staff with any questions as you take off on this mouth-watering adventure.
More from Alsace or France
2020 Riesling “Pfoeller”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2018 Pinot Gris Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2019 Riesling Grand Cru “Geisberg”
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
2019 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2020 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru “Wineck-Schlossberg”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2019 Pinot Gris “Réserve”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2020 Pinot Blanc
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
Foret Noire Griotte d’Alsace Variété Montmorency et Kirsch
Christine Ferber France | Alsace
2020 Pinot Gris Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2017 Riesling Grand Cru “Sommerberg” Vendange Tardive
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2020 Riesling Grand Cru “Kaefferkopf”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2022 Alsace Pinot Noir
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
2020 Riesling “Pfoeller”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2018 Pinot Gris Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2019 Riesling Grand Cru “Geisberg”
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
2019 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2020 Gewurztraminer Grand Cru “Wineck-Schlossberg”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2019 Pinot Gris “Réserve”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2020 Pinot Blanc
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
Foret Noire Griotte d’Alsace Variété Montmorency et Kirsch
Christine Ferber France | Alsace
2020 Pinot Gris Grand Cru “Brand”
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2017 Riesling Grand Cru “Sommerberg” Vendange Tardive
Albert Boxler France | Alsace
2020 Riesling Grand Cru “Kaefferkopf”
Meyer-Fonné France | Alsace
2022 Alsace Pinot Noir
Kuentz-Bas France | Alsace
Kermit once said...
Kermit once said...
You don’t have to be rich to cellar a great wine.