The Meyer family
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Alsace, France
The Alsace region is located in northeastern France, near the border with Germany.
Located in the north of France, many of the grape varieties grown there are similar to those grown in Germany (such as Riesling), and over 90% of the wine produced is white. Among these , Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Muscat, and Pinot Gris are known as "noble varieties" and are extremely popular.
Another characteristic of Alsace is that all wines, except for sparkling wine, are served in long, thin flute bottles .
Domaine and vineyards of the Meyer family
The Meyer family's domaine is located in the village of Bergholtz, in the southern part of Alsace, about 20km south of the popular tourist town of Colmar.
The village of Bergholz is one of only 51 plots eligible to produce AOC Alsace Grand Cru.
The farm once belonged to the Abbey of Mülbach and was purchased by the Meyer family after the French Revolution.
Organic history : Since 1969 (certified by Demeter in April 1980 and ECOCERT in 1991)
After the war, Mayer tried chemical farming, but after a serious experience of pesticide poisoning that left him with paralysis of his optic nerves, He converted to organic farming in 1969 and decided to cultivate his fields using biodynamic farming , which was considered unorthodox among organic farming methods at the time.
Biodynamic farming is a farming method based on the natural living philosophy advocated by Rudolf Steiner, an Austrian thinker known for his Waldorf education.
According to Meyer, the homeopathic soil preparation method, based on the principle of respect for life and the earth, activates the soil and restores the natural balance that had been disturbed, thus increasing the resistance of the vines, protecting them from diseases and enriching the soil.
Mr. Meyer is also certified by the international certification organization Demeter, and is one of the original members who obtained certification at the same time as Demeter was founded in France in April 1980. Since 1991, he has been inspected and certified by ECOCERT in accordance with the EU organic standards. Official certification is required to call something organic, and there are severe penalties for fraud.
However, in recent years, there are many producers who claim to be producing organic or natural wines without any certification, and who use the slogan "We are using biodynamic farming." When I asked Mr. Meyer what he thought about this, he told me angrily that biodynamic certification is not based on law, there are no penalties for false advertising, and there are many people who only think about money.
White grapes : Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner
・Black grapes : Pinot Noir
Field soil
Mr. Meyer's fields are located on a hillside along the Rhine, facing southeast, and have soil that is well-drained and receives good sunlight.
They use biodynamic farming methods to improve the soil, and the fertiliser is homemade, made from a mixture of animal nettles, chamomile and other plants.
There are about five ridges between his field and the neighbor's conventional farming field, where no grapes are planted for harvest and weeds are intentionally allowed to grow. This prevents pesticides from the neighboring field from entering his field.
Characteristics of cultivation methods etc.
They practice biodynamic farming and use a calendar based on the movement of the heavens and preparations made from natural ingredients such as cow horns, quartz, and nettles.
Characteristics of brewing method
We vinify each variety and each field in small tanks. Each tank has its own temperature control, and by keeping the temperature below 20°C, we produce wines with a refined taste and no unpleasant flavors.
From the producers to everyone in Japan
The wines we produce are from the seven AOC cepages of Alsace: Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Riesling , Muscat , Pinot Gris , Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir .
Furthermore, Edelzwicker is a blend of several white wine grapes, yet it is light and fruity, making it a suitable wine for everyday drinking, especially with appetizers.
We also recommend the wines with the Grand Cru Spiegel appellation . These wines come from the Spiegel vineyards, which have been renowned for their excellence for over 200 years, and are of exceptional quality in terms of body, aroma and expression. They begin with elegant floral notes, followed by spicy notes, creating a harmonious, delicate and soft ensemble.
Crémant d'Alsace is a gorgeous sparkling wine perfect for parties, made using the same techniques as Champagne. Elegant and attractive, Crémant d'Alsace is the star of special occasions, the perfect aperitif or the perfect end to a meal.
Our wines range from the simplest to the rarest, each perfectly individual in its own way, and will amaze and enchant your palate with their exceptional quality.
If you can appreciate this delicacy and elegance, our wines will have a place in your wine cellar. We hope that the excellent quality and rarity of the Meyer family's wines will continue to fascinate your taste buds.
