From father to son since 1610, thirteen generations of Beckers have grown vines and made wine in the picturesque village of Zellenberg. In 1848, they established a négociant business and in 1978 they added a distillery. Today, Jean-Francois tends the vines, Jean-Philippe is the oenologist and cellar master and Martine takes care of sales and promotion. The current generation wanted to leave their children a bright and healthy future and in 1999 they converted to organic viticulture, convinced that the 10% increase in their costs of production was more than worth the benefit. The domain covers 45 acres in the villages of Zellenberg, Riquewihr, Beblenheim, Ribeauvillé, Kientzheim and Hunawihr. 11 acres is grand cru. The wines are direct and soulful, showing the nuances of terroir.