Chateau Ollwiller Brut
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh oysters, roasted poultry, soft cheeses like Brie
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the historic estate of Château d'Ollwiller, one of the very few castles in Alsace authorized to produce wine under its own estate name, this Crémant d'Alsace carries centuries of heritage. The estate's history dates back to the 13th century when it was first established by Cistercian monks, later passing to noble families before being tragically destroyed during the fierce World War I battles at nearby Hartmannswillerkopf. Rebuilt in the decades that followed, the castle's surrounding vineyards benefit from a unique microclimate sheltered by the Vosges Mountains, resting on rich clay-silt and stony soils. This sparkling wine is crafted according to the traditional method, undergoing a secondary fermentation in the bottle and aging on its lees to develop a delicate effervescence, balanced acidity, and a refined bouquet of white flowers and fresh orchard fruits.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1958 at the foot of the historic Hartmannswillerkopf hill—known in French as the Vieil Armand—Cave du Vieil-Armand is a distinguished cooperative estate situated in the southern Alsace village of Wuenheim. Drawing upon an extraordinary mosaic of terroirs, including the historic vineyards of Château d'Ollwiller, the estate unites dedicated local winegrowers committed to authentic regional craftsmanship and sustainable viticulture. The winery is renowned for its versatile portfolio spanning classic still Alsace AOC varietals such as Sylvaner and Pinot Gris, elegant traditional-method Crémants d'Alsace, and artisanal fruit brandies and liqueurs, all characterized by their expressive aromatic purity and crisp structural balance.