Christian Binner “Si Rose”

Christian Binner “Si Rose” is an orange wine made with a blend of Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris from 2018/2019/2020/2021. The wine is fresh, with soft, lingering tannins balancing fresh acidity. Aromas of orange zest, ginger, and honey. Unfiltered, unfined, with no added SO₂. Fermentation, maceration, and aging of Christian Binner “Si Rose” at ambient temperatures in old foudre, spontaneously fermentated by native yeasts.

By avoiding modern additives and relying on traditional methods, Binner crafts wines that capture the complexities of Alsatian terroir. The result is a lineup of expressive, terroir-driven wines with a rich tapestry of flavours that evolve beautifully over time, bringing out both the varietal characteristics and the unique nuances of each vintage.

The Binner name has been associated with Alsace wine-making since 1770. They farm six-hectares which have been chemical-free for over two decades. Following Christian’s arrival at the domain, an ecologically-inclined philosophy was implemented. Firstly, they harvest slightly later than their neighbours, with a patience that allows for truly ripe yields. They vinify with as few interventionist artifices as possible; neither fining nor filtering, using native yeasts, minimal doses of sulphur etc. Moreover, all the wines undergo a lengthy ageing in centenary oak foudres and are subject to malolactic fermentation. To ensure stability without intervening, the wine is stored under reductive conditions in a cool, damp cellar and it simply cooks. The promotion of an art of healing across all vineyards, coupled with patience in the cellar, delivers deliciously authentic wines.