Domaine d'Ollwiller Rose
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
grilled chicken, cured meats, fresh summer salads
✨ Technical Specifications
Sourced from the historic estate of Château d'Ollwiller, one of the very few castle properties in Alsace permitted to bottle wine under its own historic name, this rosé carries centuries of heritage. The estate's history dates back to the 13th century, surviving the ravages of the First World War before being meticulously restored. Nestled at the southern edge of Alsace, the vineyards benefit from a unique microclimate and soils rich in clay and limestone. This rosé is crafted entirely from Pinot Noir, the sole red grape of the region, utilizing short skin contact to achieve its brilliant pale pink hue. It captures the essence of Alsatian summer, balancing vibrant red fruit aromas with a crisp, mineral-driven finish that reflects its historic terroir.
🍾 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.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir