Domaine Marcel Deiss 'Burlenberg' 2022

Grape
100% Pinot Noir

Tasting note

The 2022 Domaine Marcel Deiss ‘Burlenberg’ stands among the most compelling expressions of Alsace Pinot Noir, delivering both intensity and finesse. Sourced from the iron-rich Burlenberg lieu-dit, it reveals a deep, dark-hued profile with remarkable concentration.

On the nose, layers of candied orange peel, balsamic nuance, and damp forest floor unfold, underscored by a subtle earthy complexity. The palate is dense yet finely articulated—velvety in texture, structured by firm, polished tannins, and driven by a distinctly dry, almost austere backbone.

Farmed under strict organic and biodynamic principles, this is a wine of precision and energy, combining power with restraint. Its depth and structural integrity suggest excellent aging potential, positioning it firmly among the benchmark reds of Alsace.

More About The Winery

Domaine Marcel Deiss is one of Alsace’s most distinctive and influential estates, located in the village of Bergheim. The Deiss family has been growing vines since the 18th century, but the modern identity of the domaine was shaped by Jean-Michel Deiss, who redefined the estate with a strong focus on terroir expression and traditional Alsatian practices. Today, he works alongside his son Mathieu Deiss.

The estate farms around 30 hectares across Bergheim and surrounding villages, including several Grand Cru sites. All vineyards are cultivated organically and biodynamically, with meticulous attention to soil life and biodiversity. The philosophy is centered on expressing the identity of each vineyard rather than highlighting individual grape varieties.

Domaine Marcel Deiss is especially known for reviving the traditional Alsatian practice of complantation, where multiple grape varieties are planted together in the same parcel, harvested at the same time, and vinified as a single wine. This approach enhances complexity and allows the terroir to take precedence over varietal character.

The wines are known for their texture, depth, and strong mineral backbone, ranging from accessible Alsace bottlings to highly expressive lieux-dits and Grand Cru wines. Domaine Marcel Deiss is widely regarded as a benchmark producer for terroir-driven, biodynamic wines in Alsace.