The Maison Lucien Albrecht’s origins can be traced back to 1698, when Balthazar Albrecht settles in Orschwihr, to the south of Colmar (Haut-Rhin – Alsace), a small Alsatian village in an ideal location for growing vines. Eight generations continue to work the soils of this unique terroir with the same tenacity and passion, creating the reputation and authentic character of Alsace wines which are enjoyed and renowned worldwide.
Handed down from father to son, the experience acquired by generations of these nature lovers allows this family to adapt its wine-growing and wine-making methods gradually from year to year, in order to get the very best out of this one-of-a-kind terroir. This gradually brings out all the finesse of Lucien Albrecht wines which, thanks to the argilo-calcareous soils, are characterised by their unique aromatic structure and freshness.
In 1698, Balthazar Albrecht (1668-1742) leaves Thann to settle in Orschwihr, several decades after the end of the Thirty Years’ War which laid waste to much of Alsace. He works the land and tirelessly cultivates the vines. All of his descendants adopt the same approach…
In 2012, the Maison Lucien Albrecht, in its role as the heir to this iconic style and a key historical contributor to the roots of Orschwihr wine growing, relaunches this name with a view to perpetuating this well-loved taste profile on these types of terroirs. This work is based on the expertise of employees within the traditional family structure devoted to reviving the spirit of the flagship wines. Remaining faithful to this tradition, the Maison Lucien Albrecht is enhancing its international reputation and presence and is continuing to earn recognition in wine guides and specialised reviews with each new vintage.
The Lucien Albrecht vineyards are mainly situated in Orschwihr, a wine-growing village in southern Alsace. From 728, Orschwihr is known under the name of Otalesvilare. From the 13th to 16th centuries, the village and its surroundings are controlled by the nobility: the bishops of Strasbourg, Basel and Hapsburg in particular. Even in this era, there are very strong ties to the vineyards and land is a precious asset to be cherished and glorified.
Handed down from father to son, the experience acquired by generations of these nature lovers allows this family to adapt its wine-growing and wine-making methods gradually from year to year, in order to get the very best out of this one-of-a-kind terroir. This gradually brings out all the finesse of Lucien Albrecht wines which, thanks to the argilo-calcareous soils, are characterised by their unique aromatic structure and freshness.
In 1698, Balthazar Albrecht (1668-1742) leaves Thann to settle in Orschwihr, several decades after the end of the Thirty Years’ War which laid waste to much of Alsace. He works the land and tirelessly cultivates the vines. All of his descendants adopt the same approach…
In 2012, the Maison Lucien Albrecht, in its role as the heir to this iconic style and a key historical contributor to the roots of Orschwihr wine growing, relaunches this name with a view to perpetuating this well-loved taste profile on these types of terroirs. This work is based on the expertise of employees within the traditional family structure devoted to reviving the spirit of the flagship wines. Remaining faithful to this tradition, the Maison Lucien Albrecht is enhancing its international reputation and presence and is continuing to earn recognition in wine guides and specialised reviews with each new vintage.
The Lucien Albrecht vineyards are mainly situated in Orschwihr, a wine-growing village in southern Alsace. From 728, Orschwihr is known under the name of Otalesvilare. From the 13th to 16th centuries, the village and its surroundings are controlled by the nobility: the bishops of Strasbourg, Basel and Hapsburg in particular. Even in this era, there are very strong ties to the vineyards and land is a precious asset to be cherished and glorified.
