Frank John Grande Marée Riesling Brut Edition Nr. 3 Bio white

Frank John Grande Marée Riesling Brut Edition Nr. 3 Bio is an artisanal sparkling wine from the Pfalz that brings together precision, patience, and biodynamic craftsmanship. Crafted from 2016 base wine and matured for 32 months on the lees, it offers a refined expression of Riesling in a méthode traditionnelle style. This cuvée is part of the limited “Grande Marée” series, inspired by the interplay of nature’s forces and time, resulting in a sparkling wine of depth, detail, and remarkable finesse.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Riesling Brut shows a bright, pale straw color with fine, persistent bubbles that form a delicate mousse. The extended lees aging lends a subtle sheen and a sense of density to its appearance, hinting at the complexity to come. On the nose, expect a precise, vibrant bouquet: green apple, lime zest, and white peach are layered with brioche, fresh bread dough, and a touch of white flowers. Underneath, there are delicate mineral tones—wet stone, a whisper of saltiness, and a hint of herbs—that clearly evoke its Riesling origin. The palate is taut and linear at first, with razor-sharp acidity driving flavors of citrus, green orchard fruits, and crunchy pear. With air, it broadens into notes of lemon curd, almond, and a fine, creamy texture from the long lees contact. The finish is long, dry, and saline, with that typical Pfalz minerality and an elegant, chalky grip. Thanks to its structure and acidity, this cuvée has solid aging potential over the next 5–7 years, gaining more brioche, honeyed and nutty tones while preserving its backbone of freshness.

Production
The grapes for Grande Marée Riesling Brut hail from the Pfalz, a region blessed with a mild climate and diverse soils that often include sandstone, limestone, and loess—ideal for producing structured yet expressive Riesling. As a long-standing Demeter-certified biodynamic estate, Frank John works with meticulous attention to soil health, biodiversity, and lunar and cosmic rhythms, focusing on the vitality of the vineyards rather than intervention in the cellar. The Riesling is hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to preserve natural acidity and purity, then gently pressed and fermented with as little manipulation as possible. The base wine from the 2016 harvest forms the foundation of this cuvée. After secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine rests for 32 months on the lees, building texture, complexity, and a fine bead before disgorgement and minimal dosage to achieve a precise, bone-dry Brut style.

Food & Serving
This Riesling Brut Edition Nr. 3 is a superb partner for refined, precise cuisine where freshness and texture matter. It pairs beautifully with oysters, scallops, sashimi, ceviche, and other delicately prepared seafood, as well as sushi and dishes with a subtle citrus or herb accent. It also works wonderfully with lightly smoked fish, soft goat cheese, vegetable tempura, and fine poultry dishes with a light cream or citrus-based sauce. Serve well-chilled at around 7–9°C (45–48°F) to highlight its tension and minerality. A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass or an elegant sparkling wine carafe can help the aromatics open, but extended decanting is not necessary—this wine is designed to shine through its precision and energy.

Producer
Frank John is a highly regarded family-run estate in the Pfalz, known both for its consultancy work and its own small but meticulously crafted range of wines. As a long-time Demeter-certified biodynamic producer, the estate has been at the forefront of holistic vineyard practices in Germany, emphasizing living soils, biodiversity, and minimal intervention in the cellar. Within the region, Frank John is respected for elevating traditional grape varieties, especially Riesling, to a more Burgundian level of detail and age-worthiness, while maintaining a clear, regional identity. The limited Grande Marée series reflects the estate’s curiosity and experimental spirit—drawing inspiration from unconventional ideas like underwater aging and natural forces—while remaining grounded in classical, bottle-fermented sparkling wine craftsmanship.

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