Œil de Perdrix is made from Pinot Noir grapes that are only lightly vatted, and evolves in Neuchâtel, in its country of origin. The winegrowers are proud of their “Œil”, which can be traced back to the 19th century. This emblematic rosé wine historically comes from the region, which is why Neuchâtel Œil de Perdrix is considered by connoisseurs to be “L’Original”.

The first traces of Œil de Perdrix in the canton of Neuchâtel date back to 1861. Louis Bovet, owner of a winery in Areuse, had a label printed with the words “Œil de Perdrix”. We don’t know if it’s the earliest or the first, but it proves the long tradition from which Neuchâtel Œil de Perdrix comes. It was only in the post-war years that Œil de Perdrix gained notoriety and was exported outside the Canton. If rosés of the same name are found in other regions, it’s because Neuchâtel winegrowers have not protected the name, the term having become generic in wine vocabulary.

Neuchâtel Œil de Perdrix is proudly represented by the canton’s various winegrowers, who are delighted to offer tastings of this typical, authentic wine. To discover or rediscover this speciality, visit Neuchâtel’s wine producers directly, or visit restaurants, wine bars and oenotheques during your gourmet and bachique escapades.

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