The Producers: Tradition Meets Innovation

The Legends

Trimbach - Since 1626 - Benchmark dry Rieslings - Clos Ste. Hune: Legendary single vineyard - Epitome of classic style

Hugel - Family firm since 1639 - Invented "Vendanges Tardives" term - Traditional approach - Gentil blend popular entry point

Domaine Weinbach - Capuchin monastery origins - Laurence Faller continues family legacy - Biodynamic practices - Exceptional range across all varieties

Zind-Humbrecht - Master of Wine Olivier Humbrecht - Biodynamic pioneer - Powerful, terroir-driven wines - Often rich, controversial style

The Innovators

Domaine Ostertag - André Ostertag challenges conventions - Burgundian winemaking techniques - Jardins series: Unique blends - Natural approach

Domaine Marcel Deiss - Jean-Michel Deiss: Terroir prophet - Field blends challenge varietal system - Controversial but compelling - Biodynamic practices

Domaine Albert Mann - Brothers-in-law partnership - Biodynamic since 1997 - Exceptional Grand Crus - Natural winemaking

Christian Binner - Natural wine pioneer - Minimal intervention - Orange wines and pet-nats - Cult following