To protect the specificities of the Vins d'Alsace and promote the affluence of their terroir, it was necessary to set a clearly-defined regulatory framework.
This is the work undertaken for all the Designations of Origin (Appellations d'Origine) which are continuously reviewed and improved to produce authentic and quality wines.
51 Alsace Grands Crus
51 exceptional wines, pure and vibrant expressions of the best Alsace terroirs
The AOC
Guarantee of terroir authenticity
THE AOC RANGES:
Classification
The Alsace Vintage Years
There are never two harvests which are alike! Each year, the different climatic conditions impose a natural framework which wine-makers learn to manage. The vintage year transmits these variations into the wine quality perception. It furthermore provides indications for how long it should age once bottled.
Review the last 20 vintage years and those which have entered into the legend of great wines: