Hospice de Colmar

The origins of this prestigious brand can be traced back to 1255, when the Hospices Civils were founded in the imperial city of Colmar. At that time, the religious welcomed pilgrims and people in need to provide them with care and sometimes with food and shelter. And, often, the hospital expenses were paid in kind, even by giving away agricultural land. And this is how, year after year, the vast heritage of the Hospices was built up. Through donations and bequests from benefactors. The management of this prestigious estate, which is still owned by the Louis Pasteur civil hospices, is entrusted exclusively to the Domaine Viticole de la Ville de Colmar, which has a recognised expertise in producing quality wines. Situated on a very well-drained soil that warms up quickly in spring and induces an early development of the vines, it is renowned for its exceptional microclimate.