Tradition Pinot Gris
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
creamy mushroom risotto, roasted pork, Munster cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
The Tradition Pinot Gris from Cave du Vieil-Armand showcases the rich heritage of the southernmost cooperative in Alsace, situated near the historic Hartmannswillerkopf battlefield. This wine is deeply tied to local folklore, particularly the legend of General Lazarus von Schwendi, who supposedly brought Pinot Gris vines back from Hungary in the 16th century, leading to its historical moniker 'Tokay d'Alsace.' Grown on the warm, sheltered slopes of southern Alsace, where granite and silt soils dominate, this Pinot Gris benefits from a unique microclimate that coaxes out both opulent fruit and structural acidity. The winemakers employ traditional cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the grape's natural richness, resulting in a wine characterized by notes of ripe pear, yellow peach, and a signature hint of smoky complexity.
🍾 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%