Region: Alsace, France (AOC Alsace)
Grapes: Auxerrois, Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Chasselas, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Muscat, Gewurztraminer
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Fresh white peach, bruised yellow pear, papaya, lemon zest, honeyblossom, and a touch of wild spice, with a soft clay-like mineral undertone and a clean, subtly yeasty sourdough finish
Pairing: Roasted chicken with herbs, traditional choucroute garnie, spicy Asian cuisine, pan-seared halibut, or continuous charcuterie boards
The Producer
Domaine Christian Binner is a highly legendary, authoritative pillar of the Alsatian natural wine movement, based in the historic village of Ammerschwihr. The Binner family has been farming these lands since 1770, shifting exclusively to full-scale viticulture after World War II. Christian took the reins in 1999, doubling down on a rich legacy of chemical-free farming passed down by his father and grandfather. Fully Demeter-certified biodynamic, Christian famously uses homeopathic vine treatments and minimal intervention to preserve the raw vitality of his historic parcels. In the cellar, winemaking is an art form highlighted by his famous, state-of-the-art bioclimatic underground cellar—constructed entirely out of local pink sandstone and raw timber positioned roots-down to align with natural polarization. His zero-compromise approach features incredibly long, spontaneous fermentations with native yeasts, extensive lees aging, and zero added sulfur since 2013.
The Wine
The 2024 "Saveurs" (meaning "Flavors") is a brilliantly expressive, highly scannable white field blend engineered to bring uninhibited joy and everyday drinkability to the table. Bypassing the rigid single-varietal labeling common in Alsace, this cuvée harmoniously weaves together a tapestry of traditional local varieties—primarily Auxerrois, Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Chasselas, and Pinot Gris, accented by small splashes of Riesling, Muscat, and Gewurztraminer. Sourced from organic and biodynamic vines rooted in the region's premium granite-flecked slopes and loamy clay-pebble soils, the hand-picked fruit undergoes a gentle pressing and a slow, spontaneous native yeast fermentation inside historic large oak foudres. Aged gracefully on its fine lees without mechanical temperature control or racking inside the estate's bioclimatic vault, the wine is bottled entirely unfined, unfiltered, and zero-zero. The 2024 vintage showcases an impeccable textural balance; it beautifully pairs an aromatic, sunny array of orchard fruits and white blossoms with a soft, clay-like mineral depth and a crisp, refreshing acidity that leaves a lingering, mouthwatering finish.
Region: Alsace, France (AOC Alsace)
Grapes: Auxerrois, Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Chasselas, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Muscat, Gewurztraminer
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Fresh white peach, bruised yellow pear, papaya, lemon zest, honeyblossom, and a touch of wild spice, with a soft clay-like mineral undertone and a clean, subtly yeasty sourdough finish
Pairing: Roasted chicken with herbs, traditional choucroute garnie, spicy Asian cuisine, pan-seared halibut, or continuous charcuterie boards
The Producer
Domaine Christian Binner is a highly legendary, authoritative pillar of the Alsatian natural wine movement, based in the historic village of Ammerschwihr. The Binner family has been farming these lands since 1770, shifting exclusively to full-scale viticulture after World War II. Christian took the reins in 1999, doubling down on a rich legacy of chemical-free farming passed down by his father and grandfather. Fully Demeter-certified biodynamic, Christian famously uses homeopathic vine treatments and minimal intervention to preserve the raw vitality of his historic parcels. In the cellar, winemaking is an art form highlighted by his famous, state-of-the-art bioclimatic underground cellar—constructed entirely out of local pink sandstone and raw timber positioned roots-down to align with natural polarization. His zero-compromise approach features incredibly long, spontaneous fermentations with native yeasts, extensive lees aging, and zero added sulfur since 2013.
The Wine
The 2024 "Saveurs" (meaning "Flavors") is a brilliantly expressive, highly scannable white field blend engineered to bring uninhibited joy and everyday drinkability to the table. Bypassing the rigid single-varietal labeling common in Alsace, this cuvée harmoniously weaves together a tapestry of traditional local varieties—primarily Auxerrois, Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc, Chasselas, and Pinot Gris, accented by small splashes of Riesling, Muscat, and Gewurztraminer. Sourced from organic and biodynamic vines rooted in the region's premium granite-flecked slopes and loamy clay-pebble soils, the hand-picked fruit undergoes a gentle pressing and a slow, spontaneous native yeast fermentation inside historic large oak foudres. Aged gracefully on its fine lees without mechanical temperature control or racking inside the estate's bioclimatic vault, the wine is bottled entirely unfined, unfiltered, and zero-zero. The 2024 vintage showcases an impeccable textural balance; it beautifully pairs an aromatic, sunny array of orchard fruits and white blossoms with a soft, clay-like mineral depth and a crisp, refreshing acidity that leaves a lingering, mouthwatering finish.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.