Demi-Sec
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
spicy Thai curry, fruit-based desserts, blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted in the southernmost corner of Alsace, this Demi-Sec white wine embodies the rich, sun-drenched terroir of Wuenheim, situated at the base of the historic Hartmannswillerkopf hill (known locally as Vieil-Armand). The wine showcases the traditional Alsatian mastery of balancing natural residual sweetness with a refreshing, spine-tingling acidity. Grown on complex soils that transition from granite slopes to silty plains, the grapes undergo a slow, temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve their delicate primary fruit aromas and floral nuances. This off-dry style pays homage to the historic preference for slightly sweeter, highly aromatic wines that once dominated the tables of European nobility, offering a lush, textured palate that remains wonderfully vibrant.
🍾 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.