Medaille Pinot Noir
⏳ Drinking Window
Best enjoyed within 2 to 5 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh red fruit aromas and vibrant acidity.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, grilled pork chops, wild mushroom tart
✨ Technical Specifications
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.
🍾 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