Fête du Vin Nouveau de Turckheim

The musical celebration of new wine in Alsace

Since 2008, the Fête du Vin Nouveau de Turckheim has become one of the most anticipated events of the Alsatian late summer. Organized by the Musique Municipale Écho de Turckheim, this convivial event takes place on the magnificent Place de la Mairie, in the heart of the medieval town. The association, which has over sixty musicians and has been performing at the highest level of French amateur orchestras for over twenty-five years, puts its talent to the service of this popular and gourmet festival.

A quality musical program

The day begins at 11 am with an aperitif-concert by the Ensemble des Jeunes, the training orchestra that nurtures the future musicians of the Harmony Orchestra. These young talents open the festival with a varied and lively repertoire. The Orchestre d'Harmonie de Turckheim then takes over, alternating with the Mini Fanfare des Balcons from Strasbourg, a group known for its energetic rhythms and eclectic repertoire. Musical performances follow one another throughout the day, creating a joyful and festive atmosphere.

The flavors of the harvest

The festival is above all a celebration of new wine, these first barely fermented grape juices that announce the coming vintage. Visitors can taste this ephemeral nectar while savoring the specialties prepared by the association's volunteers: wood-fired tarts flambées, winemaker platters filled with Alsatian charcuterie and cheeses, harvester's soup, and homemade pastries. These seasonal dishes, served in a warm atmosphere, perfectly illustrate the marriage of music and gastronomy that defines this festival.

Turckheim, a wine-growing and historic town

Turckheim, classified among the Most Beautiful Detours in France, is a fortified medieval town located at the entrance of the Munster valley, a few kilometers from Colmar. The town is famous for its night watchman who patrols the streets every summer evening, but also for its exceptional vineyards, particularly the Grand Cru Brand, one of the most renowned in Alsace. The Place de la Mairie, with its half-timbered houses, its Renaissance fountain, and its imposing guardhouse, offers a remarkable heritage setting for this new wine festival.

A convivial and accessible event

True to the spirit of conviviality that animates the Écho de Turckheim association, the Fête du Vin Nouveau is completely free. Tourists and locals gather in a simple and warm atmosphere to share the gustatory and musical pleasures of this end-of-harvest celebration. The event attracts an enthusiastic audience each year, seduced by the quality of the musical performances and the generosity of the Alsatian welcome.