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Domaine Koehly
Domaine Koehly, an Alsace family since the 1930s: riesling, gewurztraminer, crémant and late-harvest wines. Direct from the estate...
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Domaine Koehly: a family story at the heart of the Alsace vineyards
Domaine Koehly - Alsace wines in Kintzheim, at the foot of the Haut-Koenigsbourg, HVE 3 certified
Domaine Koehly is a family Alsace house in Kintzheim, three generations on the Wine Route, certified HVE level 3.
In Kintzheim, at the foot of the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle, Domaine Koehly has cultivated the art of Alsace wine for three generations. Single-vineyard terroirs, HVE 3 viticulture and a wide grape palette: expressive, straight wines, to discover direct on Avenue des Vins.
In Kintzheim, at the foot of the famous Haut-Koenigsbourg castle, Domaine Koehly has cultivated the art of wine for several generations. Surrounded by vines, forests and typically Alsatian landscapes, the estate enjoys a rare terroir, ideal for giving birth to expressive, straight and generous wines.
Here, each plot is worked with patience, and each cuvee tells a story of family and terroir.
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A family estate for three generations
Domaine Koehly is above all a family adventure. In the 1930s, the farm still lived to the rhythm of mixed farming: vines, tobacco, livestock… The vine then held only a modest place, and the harvest was delivered to the cooperative or sold in bulk.
Over the decades, the family made a strong choice: to devote itself entirely to Alsace wine. In the 1970s, Jean-Marie Koehly settled at the estate and definitively steered it towards viticulture. In 2010, his son Joseph joined to take charge of the vines and the cellar.
Starting from a few ares of vines, they now farm several dozen hectares around Kintzheim. A controlled progression, without losing the original spirit: to remain a family house, close to its customers, attached to the land.
A sustainable, High Environmental Value-certified viticulture
Jean-Marie and Joseph chose a viticulture respectful of nature. The estate is certified High Environmental Value (HVE level 3), the label's highest distinction. In concrete terms, this means:
Reasoned practices. To protect biodiversity.
Controlled treatments. A limited and controlled use of treatments.
Naturally nourished soils. With farmyard manure and plants.
Careful management. Of water and of the vine's vigour.
The goal is simple: to produce healthy grapes, in a living environment, and to craft wines that truly reflect their terroir.
An exceptional terroir at the foot of the Haut-Koenigsbourg
Domaine Koehly enjoys a privileged setting: exposed hillsides, varied soils, the influence of the Vosges massif… Kintzheim is at the heart of the Alsace Wine Route, on a territory renowned for the quality of its crus.
The vines flourish notably on renowned single vineyards such as the Hahnenberg or on the hills of neighbouring grands crus. These terroirs give straight, taut Rieslings, ample Pinots Gris and aromatic, deep Gewurztraminers.
It is this diversity of soils and exposures that allows the estate to offer a rich range, where each wine finds its personality.
A wide palette of Alsace wines for every moment
Domaine Koehly crafts a complete range of Alsace wines, designed to accompany every moment, from the everyday meal to the great occasions.
As vintages and availability change, the selection shown on Avenue des Vins may vary; here are the estate's ranges.
Alsace Tradition
Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc/Auxerrois, Riesling, Muscat…: straightforward, lively, accessible wines.
Single vineyards & Grands Crus
Hahnenberg, Gloeckelberg, Praelatenberg: structured, age-worthy Rieslings, Pinots Gris and Gewurztraminers.
Crémants d'Alsace
Traditional method: Blancs, Rosés, Blanc de Noirs, from Riesling or Chardonnay, finesse and freshness.
Pinot Noir & Alsace rosé
Fruity, gourmand reds, barrel-aged cuvees, and a delicate rosé for convivial moments.
Prestige cuvees
Characterful cuvees, sometimes ephemeral, from old vines or single plots.
Late Harvest & SGN
The house specialty: sweet and lusciously sweet wines, intense and with great length.
Careful shipping across France and Europe
Kintzheim: an Alsatian village to live and share
To visit Domaine Koehly is also to discover Kintzheim and its surroundings: half-timbered houses, castles, animal parks, hiking trails among the vines… Whether you come for a weekend in Alsace or for the holidays, a stop at the estate fits perfectly into a day of discovery: the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle, the Monkey Mountain, the Eagles' Aviary, walks in the vines… before ending with a tasting at the cellar.
The estate's team welcomes visitors with simplicity and passion, taking the time to explain the wines, the terroirs and the work carried out in the vineyard.
What are the essential Domaine Koehly wines and how do you choose the ideal Alsace cuvee (Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris or Crémant) for your meal or your stay?
Why choose Domaine Koehly
A family house. Three generations in Kintzheim, close to their customers and attached to the land.
Single-vineyard terroirs. Hahnenberg, Gloeckelberg, Praelatenberg, at the foot of the Haut-Koenigsbourg.
An HVE 3 viticulture. The label's highest distinction, in the service of biodiversity and living soils.
A complete palette. From dry wines to Crémants, from Pinot Noir to Late Harvests and Grains Nobles.
Direct from the estate. You order as close as possible to the producer, with careful shipping across France and Europe.
Your questions about Domaine Koehly
Where is Domaine Koehly located?
Domaine Koehly is in Kintzheim, in Alsace, at the foot of the famous Haut-Koenigsbourg castle, at the heart of the Alsace Wine Route. Surrounded by vines and forests, it enjoys a rare terroir, on exposed hillsides with varied soils.
For how many generations has the estate been in the family?
Domaine Koehly has farmed the vine for three generations. In the 1930s, the farm lived on mixed farming; in the 1970s, Jean-Marie Koehly steered it towards viticulture; in 2010, his son Joseph joined to manage the vines and the cellar.
Who runs Domaine Koehly today?
The estate is run by Jean-Marie Koehly and his son Joseph, who have grown it from a few ares to several dozen hectares around Kintzheim, in a controlled progression faithful to the family spirit.
Is Domaine Koehly committed to sustainable viticulture?
Yes. The estate is certified High Environmental Value (HVE level 3), the label's highest distinction: reasoned practices for biodiversity, limited and controlled treatments, soils nourished with farmyard manure and plants, and careful management of water and vine vigour.
Which grape varieties does Domaine Koehly grow?
The estate grows the great Alsace grapes: Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Muscat, Sylvaner, Pinot Blanc/Auxerrois and Pinot Noir. This diversity of grapes, soils and exposures makes it possible to offer a rich range where each wine finds its personality.
What is the Hahnenberg single vineyard?
The Hahnenberg is a renowned single vineyard (lieu-dit) of Kintzheim where the estate's vines flourish, alongside neighbouring grands crus such as Gloeckelberg and Praelatenberg. These terroirs give straight, taut Rieslings, ample Pinots Gris and deep Gewurztraminers.
What is the difference between a Riesling and a Gewurztraminer?
Riesling is a dry white, straight and taut, with fine minerality, ideal with fish and seafood. Gewurztraminer is more aromatic and opulent, on spices, rose and lychee, perfect with spiced cuisine, strong cheeses or foie gras.
Does Domaine Koehly make Crémant d'Alsace?
Yes. Made by the traditional method, the estate's Crémants combine fine bubbles and freshness: Blancs, Rosés, Blanc de Noirs, from Riesling or Chardonnay. They suit a festive aperitif as well as a fruity dessert.
What is a Late Harvest (Vendange Tardive) or a Sélection de Grains Nobles?
These are sweet and lusciously sweet wines, a house specialty, from over-ripe or botrytised grapes (touched by noble rot). True meditation wines, they offer an intense aromatic palette and great length, perfect with foie gras or dessert.
How do you choose the ideal Domaine Koehly cuvee?
For the aperitif or everyday, the Alsace Tradition range and the Crémants; for gastronomy and ageing, the single vineyards and grands crus (Hahnenberg, Gloeckelberg, Praelatenberg); for foie gras or dessert, the Late Harvests and Sélections de Grains Nobles.
Can you visit Domaine Koehly?
Yes. The estate welcomes visitors with simplicity and passion, taking the time to explain the wines and terroirs. A stop fits into a day in Kintzheim: Haut-Koenigsbourg, the Monkey Mountain, the Eagles' Aviary and walks in the vines.
Where can you buy Domaine Koehly wines directly?
The available Domaine Koehly cuvees can be ordered directly on Avenue des Vins, as close as possible to the estate, with careful shipping across France and throughout Europe. The selection and vintages change with each delivery.
Direct from the estate, on the Alsace Wine Route
Domaine Koehly - Family Alsace wine house in Kintzheim, three generations, certified HVE level 3.
Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Crémants, Pinot Noir and Late Harvests