Domaine Jos Meyer — Winery in Wintzenheim

The Meyer family has made wine in Wintzenheim, a small village near Colmar, since 1854. Five generations later, sisters Céline and Isabelle Meyer run the domaine with the same drive with which their father Jean Meyer made the big switch to organic-biodynamic farming in the 1990s. That choice, considered risky by many at the time, transformed Josmeyer into one of the most respected wineries in all of Alsace. The cellar, with centuries-old oak foudres, is one of the most beautiful in the region. Importers and enthusiasts stepping inside for the first time consistently describe a visit as "pure inspiration." Guided tours of the cellar and vineyards, tastings by appointment. The cellar is a place where you really understand what biodynamics means, from the way the foudres are arranged to the harvest notes that have been kept for decades. Combine the visit with a walk or bike ride along the Route des Vins d'Alsace: Wintzenheim is on the most beautiful stretch of the route, between Colmar and Turckheim. Open Monday to Friday 9.00-12.00 and 14.00-17.30, Saturday 9.00-12.00. Closed Saturday afternoon, Sunday and public holidays. Tastings by appointment only.