Medaille Pinot Noir
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Best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh red fruit aromas and vibrant acidity.
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Roasted duck, grilled pork chops, wild mushroom tart
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Nestled at the southern gateway of the Alsace wine route, the Cave du Vieil-Armand crafts this Pinot Noir as a tribute to the region's complex history and unique terroir. Named 'Médaille' in recognition of its classic representation of the varietal, this red wine is grown on the sunny, steep slopes near the historic Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield (known locally as Vieil-Armand). The soils here, a mix of granite, sand, and silt, impart a distinct minerality and elegance to the Pinot Noir. Vinified traditionally with temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve its bright red fruit character, this wine showcases the lighter, more delicate, and aromatic side of Alsatian red winemaking, balanced by soft tannins and a refreshing acidity.
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Established in 1959 at the foot of the historic Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield in Wuenheim, France, the Cave du Vieil-Armand is the southernmost wine cooperative in Alsace. Drawing from unique terroirs characterized by granite and silt soils, the winery is celebrated for its precise, expressive Crémant d'Alsace sparkling wines, including the Bienvenue Brut and Chateau Ollwiller expressions, the latter sourced from one of the region's few historic castle estates. Committed to sustainable winegrowing, they produce an elegant range of traditional Alsatian varietals, from mineral-driven Sylvaner to rich Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. The estate is located at 1 Route de Cernay, 68500 Wuenheim, Alsace, France, and their official website is https://www.cave-vieil-armand.com.