What DOPFF Au Moulin does

DOPFF Au Moulin (legal entity: SAS DOPFF AU MOULIN) is a privately held, family-owned wine estate headquartered in Riquewihr, Alsace, France, in continuous operation since 1574 and currently led by Etienne-Arnaud Dopff, the 13th-generation family member. The estate owns 70 hectares of vineyard across four protected Alsace Grand Cru appellations (SCHOENENBOURG and SPOREN in Riquewihr, VORBOURG in Rouffach, and BRAND in Turckheim), positioning it as the largest independent family estate in the heart of the Alsace Grand Cru region. Its core technology is traditional Alsace winemaking, including organic viticulture conversion and traditional-method sparkling wine production, with the family historically credited as the initiator of Crémant d'Alsace (the AOC was created on 24 August 1976 under the impetus of Julien Dopff).

The product portfolio spans approximately 10 Crémant d'Alsace varieties (brut, extra-brut, demi-sec, brut nature, blanc de noirs, rosé, chardonnay, and BIO organic), classic Alsace AOC still wines (Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Muscat, Chardonnay, Sylvaner), premium Grand Cru single-vineyard wines, Vendanges Tardives late-harvest wines, Sélections de Grains Nobles botrytis wines, and an adjunct spirits line (eaux-de-vie, liqueurs, gin produced via Distillerie Miclo, whisky, and a co-developed Eau de Vie with Distillerie Nusbaumer). Sub-brands include Gamme Losange (grower-sourced traditional range), Domaine Familial (estate-grown wines), and a Collection of premium and experimental bottlings including Cœur de Barrique barrel-aged wines and Vin Orange skin-contact wines.

DOPFF Au Moulin monetizes primarily through direct-to-consumer channels — an Odoo-powered multilingual e-commerce boutique (with free domestic shipping over €300) and three tasting cellars (caveaux) in Riquewihr — supplemented by hospitality and trade channels via participation in major trade fairs (Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, Egast Strasbourg), collective Alsace wine promotions (Les diVINes d'Alsace, Les Grandes Maisons d'Alsace), and direct supply to restaurants, hotels, and event venues. Pricing spans entry-level wines at €7.95 to prestige bottlings at €64.90 (single malt whisky), with the estate's signature being Riesling Grand Cru SCHOENENBOURG. Customer segments are individual wine consumers and hospitality/trade professionals, with occasional corporate event placements. The company is privately held with €660,000 share capital and no disclosed external investors, parent company, or financial reporting.

Name

DOPFF Au Moulin

Legal name

DOPFF AU MOULIN

Website

https://dopff-au-moulin.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DOPFF Au Moulin is a privately held, 13th-generation family wine estate (since 1574) in Riquewihr, Alsace, producing Crémants, Alsace Grand Cru wines, late-harvest wines, and spirits across 70 hectares for consumers and hospitality trade via DTC e-commerce, tasting cellars, and trade fairs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Alsace Winery and Crémant Producer

NAICS

Wineries (31213), Grape Vineyards (111332), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (42482)

SIC

Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fine Wine & Luxury Spirits Retail (CRANABAE), Organic Vineyard & Wine Grape Farming (AFAGAKAI), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours (THAJAGAD)

Keywords

• Alsace winemaking
• Crémant production
• Grand Cru wines
• Sparkling wine producer
• Late harvest wines

Headquarters

HQ city

Riquewihr

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer Wine Sales: Primary revenue from selling wines, Crémants, spirits (eaux-de-vie, liqueurs, whisky, gin), and gift packs directly to consumers through the estate's e-commerce boutique and three tasting cellars. Products include Crémants (10 varieties), Alsace wines, Alsace Grand Cru wines, Vendanges Tardives, Sélections de Grains Nobles, and a range of spirits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

DOPFF Au Moulin is a 13th-generation family-owned Alsace winery producing Crémant d'Alsace sparkling wines (approximately 10 varieties including Brut, Extra-Brut, Demi-Sec, Brut Nature, Blanc de Noirs, Rosé, Chardonnay), still Alsace AOC wines (Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Muscat), Alsace Grand Cru wines from four terroir sites (Schoenenbourg, Sporen, Vorbourg, Brand), Vendanges Tardives late harvest wines, Sélections de Grains Nobles noble rot wines, and a range of spirits including eaux-de-vie, liqueurs, gin, and whisky. The estate operates 70 hectares of owned vineyards and distributes through direct-to-consumer e-commerce, on-site tasting cellars, trade fairs, and hospitality supply channels.

Product overview

DOPFF Au Moulin is an Alsace winery offering a comprehensive portfolio of wines and spirits centered around Crémant d'Alsace sparkling wines (the estate's flagship category with ~10 varieties), still Alsace AOC wines (Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Muscat, Chardonnay, Sylvaner), premium Alsace Grand Cru wines (from SCHOENENBOURG, SPOREN, VORBOURG, BRAND vineyards), Vendanges Tardives late harvest wines, and Sélections de Grains Nobles noble rot wines. The portfolio is organized under sub-brands: Gamme Losange (traditional range from selected growers), Domaine Familial (estate-grown wines), and Collection (premium and experimental wines). Adjunct products include Eaux-de-Vie fruit brandies (Kirsch, Mirabelle, Quetsch, Poire William, Framboise), Liqueurs (Framboise, Mirabelle, Pain d'épices, Café, Sureau, Z'EST), Gin (Traditional and Forestier, via Distillerie Miclo partnership), Whisky (Single Malt and blended varieties), and specialty products like Carafe de Poire William with whole pear. The winery operates an e-commerce platform (built on Odoo) for direct sales.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cuvée Julien: AOC Crémant d'Alsace - Brut
• Cuvée Bartholome
• Cuvée Bartholdi
• Soléra
• Extr'Ice
• WILD BRUT
• Losange
• Crémant BIO

Products and services

• Crémant d'Alsace Sparkling wines produced using the traditional Champagne method, representing the estate's flagship category with approximately 10 varieties including Brut, Extra-Brut, Demi-Sec, Brut Nature, Blanc de Noirs, Rosé, Chardonnay, and Organic (BIO) expressions. Sold to individual consumers via e-commerce, tasting cellars, and to hospitality trade buyers.
• Alsace AOC Wines

Quantifiable outcome

• Celebrated 50 years of Crémant d'Alsace AOC in 2026, marking a significant milestone for the estate and the appellation created under family initiative in 1976
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Les diVINes d'AlsaceminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 May 2026Les diVINes d'Alsace is a collective of 70 women engaged in promoting Alsace wines since 2011. DOPFF Au Moulin hosted 'La Grande Tablée des diVINes' professional tasting event at its estate on 4 May 2026, and participated in charitable 'Dîner pour Donner' dinner series in partnership with the group.
• Les Grandes Maisons d'AlsacecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLes Grandes Maisons d'Alsace is a collective of leading Alsace wine houses. DOPFF Au Moulin participated in the collective's professional tasting event at Grand Hôtel Bristol in Colmar, alongside 23 other Alsace houses, showcasing new vintages and selected wines to trade professionals.
• Palais de la Musique et des Congrès de Strasbourg (PMC)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDOPFF Au Moulin has an established partnership with the PMC (Palais de la Musique et des Congrès de Strasbourg), celebrating the venue's 50th anniversary. Emile and David from the estate conducted tastings of the Crémant with its iconic cuvée at the event.
• Distillerie NusbaumerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Distillerie Nusbaumer (located in Steige) to produce Eau de Vie - Vin Dopff x Nusbaumer, combining Dopff Au Moulin's winemaking expertise with Nusbaumer's distillation savoir-faire. The spirit is described as appealing to amber spirit enthusiasts with warm, woody tasting notes.
• Distillerie MiclominorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerGin products are produced in collaboration with Distillerie Miclo, which has developed nearly 70 years of expertise in creating exceptional spirits. Miclo produces DOPFF Au Moulin's 'Traditional' gin and Gin Forestier.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Laurent-Perrier: Large Champagne house with a global distribution network and a style-led portfolio. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the traditional-method sparkling wine category that competes with Crémant d'Alsace for on-trade listings and gifting occasions.
• Champagne Bollinger: Established Champagne house producing traditional-method sparkling wines with strong on-trade presence. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the traditional-method sparkling category against which Crémant d'Alsace competes for premium occasion and prestige.

Direct peers

• Domaine Zind-Humbrecht: Premier Alsace biodynamic producer with significant Grand Cru vineyard holdings (Rangen, Brand, Hengst) and a global fine wine following. Comparable as a single-estate Alsace producer with comparable terroir focus and premium pricing.
• Maison Trimbach: Long-established Alsace wine house (founded 1626) with strong international distribution and a focus on dry Rieslings and Clos Sainte Hune. Comparable as a heritage Alsace family estate with premium Grand Cru and entry-level ranges competing for the same trade and consumer customers.
• Domaines Schlumberger: Family-owned Alsace wine estate based in Guebwiller, also recognized for Grand Cru holdings (notably Kitterlé) and a similar premium positioning across Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Crémant. Directly comparable as a multi-generational, family-led Alsace producer competing in the same on-trade and DTC channels.
• Pierre Sparr Successeurs: Alsace wine house with a broad portfolio spanning Crémant, classic varietals, and Grand Cru wines, with active export and DTC operations. Comparable as a similarly sized Alsace producer pursuing a multi-channel strategy across entry-level and premium tiers.
• Maison Willm: Alsace wine estate based in Barr with a heritage dating to the 18th century, producing Crémants, classic Alsace wines, and Grand Cru bottlings. Comparable as a family heritage estate with overlapping product range and similar channel mix.
• Domaine Albert Mann: Alsace biodynamic family estate producing Grand Cru wines and Crémants from holdings including Schlossberg and Furstentum. Comparable as a similarly sized family-owned Alsace estate pursuing organic/biodynamic credentials and premium positioning.
• Maison Wolfberger: Major Alsace wine producer (part of Cave de Bestheim cooperative group) with a large Crémant d'Alsace and still wine range. Comparable as a Crémant-focused Alsace house competing for the same on-premise and DTC customers, with similar broad-range portfolio strategy.
• Cave de Hunawihr: Alsace wine cooperative based near Riquewihr producing Crémants and a wide range of Alsace AOC wines. Comparable as a local Alsace producer sharing the same terroir and competing in the same regional on-trade and DTC channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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