Pinot Gris Eleve en Fut de Chene
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted pork loin, creamy mushroom risotto, Munster cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Nestled at the southern gateway of the Alsace wine route, the Cave du Vieil-Armand crafts this distinctive Pinot Gris, showcasing a harmonious marriage between traditional Alsatian terroir and French oak aging. While most Alsatian whites are raised in large neutral foudres or stainless steel, this cuvée is matured in oak barrels (fûts de chêne), a method that imparts a delicate structure, subtle toasted notes, and a creamy texture to the grape's natural richness. The vineyards, situated near the historic Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield (known as Vieil-Armand), benefit from a unique microclimate and soils that yield grapes with balanced acidity and deep aromatic complexity. The resulting wine is a beautiful expression of smoky, yellow-fruit aromas layered with hints of vanilla and spice.
🍾 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 Gris
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13-14%