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Domaine Léon Heitzmann, Alsace
LES KATZLe Capitaine Riesling 2022
Named for a ship's captain, Le Capitaine is the founding wine in the Les Katz series from Alsace's Katzenthal vineyards — a dry Riesling shaped by Domaine Léon Heitzmann, custodians of the vines since taking over from Clément Klur in 2017.
- Wine type
- Dry white wine
- Grape
- Riesling 100%
- Appellation
- AOC Alsace
- Origin
- Katzenthal, Alsace, France
- Drinking window
- Best enjoyed within a few years of release
- Recommended temperature
- 8–10°C
- Alcohol
- ABV approx. 13%
- Bottle size
- 750ml
The Captain of Les Katz
Le Capitaine, meaning 'the captain' in French, was the first wine released in the Les Katz series, its name a nod to the natural affinity between dry Riesling and seafood.
The wine is produced by Domaine Léon Heitzmann, who took over the Les Katz brand and vineyards in Katzenthal, Alsace, from Clément Klur in 2017.
Taste profile
In the glass
LE CAPITAINE RIESLING 2022
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Comparative profile within the Bacchus Global wine range.
Before it reaches the glass
Temperature
8–10°C
Timing
Best enjoyed within the first few years after release; no decanting required
Glassware
A slim-bowled white wine glass that concentrates the wine's acidity and aromatic lift
At the table
Le Capitaine's dry structure and bright acidity make it a natural partner for seafood-forward dishes across several culinary traditions.
The wine's mineral acidity is built to complement briny, delicate proteins rather than rich or heavily sauced dishes, giving it flexibility from raw preparations to lightly cooked seafood.
Japanese
- Sushi and sashimi with white fish and shellfish
- Tempura
- Shio-yaki (salt-grilled fish)
Why it worksThe wine's dry acidity and mineral edge complement the delicate texture of raw and lightly cooked fish without overwhelming it.
Thai
- Yam woon sen (spicy glass noodle salad with shrimp and squid)
- Po pia sot (fresh spring rolls)
- Pla nueng manao (lime-steamed fish)
Why it worksThe wine's high acidity mirrors the sour-spicy balance of Thai dressings and matches the citrus and herb notes in these dishes.
Western
- Oysters
- Langoustine or prawns
- Pan-seared sole or trout
Why it worksA classic pairing logic: the wine's saline minerality echoes the brininess of shellfish, while its acidity cuts through the delicate richness of pan-seared white fish.
From cellar to bottle
Winemaking
Fermented with indigenous yeasts and matured for around ten months on its lees, with minimal sulphur use and light filtration.
Product detail
Bottled at 750ml under natural cork, certified organic by Ecocert and biodynamic by Demeter.
Where It Comes From
The Les Katz series takes its name from Katzenthal, meaning 'cat's valley' in Alsatian.
Official producer website→Certifications
Ecocert Organic · Ecocert
Demeter Biodynamic · Demeter
Organic & Biodynamic
Certified organic by Ecocert and biodynamic by Demeter.
Trade information
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