Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck breast, traditional charcuterie boards, and earthy mushroom risotto.
✨ Technical Specifications
Wolfberger, established in 1902 in the medieval town of Eguisheim, is a cornerstone of Alsatian winemaking. While Alsace is globally celebrated for its aromatic white wines, its historical relationship with Pinot Noir dates back to the Middle Ages when Burgundian monks cultivated the grape across the region. The 'Vieilles Vignes' (Old Vines) cuvée is sourced from older, deeply rooted Pinot Noir vines grown on Alsace's diverse clay-limestone terroirs. These seasoned vines yield smaller, highly concentrated berries. Through careful traditional maceration and aging, Wolfberger crafts a Pinot Noir that defies the historically pale, light reputation of Alsatian reds, delivering a wine with a deeper ruby color, intense cherry and raspberry aromas, and a delicate touch of spice and forest floor.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1902 in the historic village of Eguisheim, Wolfberger was established when visionary local winegrowers united to create one of Alsace's most prominent and influential cooperative houses. A pioneer in regional innovation, the producer played an instrumental role in the official establishment of the Crémant d'Alsace AOC in 1976, harmonizing centuries-old regional tradition with modern winemaking precision. Wolfberger carefully oversees a vast mosaic of Alsace terroirs, emphasizing sustainable viticulture and meticulous parcel selection. The house is widely acclaimed for its classic single-varietal expressions—including aromatic Gewurztraminer, mineral-driven Riesling, and structured Pinot Noir—alongside elegant Crémant sparkling wines, lusciously concentrated Vendanges Tardives, and traditional fruit brandies.