Our Story

The Brand

Created more than 80 years ago, Vieux Papes has continuously evolved to provide consumers with quality wines. Vieux Papes wines are chosen for their aromatic expression, are trusted for their delightfully generous fruit character, and can be enjoyed on any occasion.

Vieux Papes has always been focused on quality and the values of simplicity, honesty and commitment.

In 2012 Vieux Papes launched a second range, showcasing the diversity of French grape varieties.

Our Logo

The Vieux Papes brand name has always been written in Gothic script, the medieval graphic style par excellence symbolising power, culture and refinement.

Originally richly illuminated, this script has gradually evolved into a more refined style that has always been timeless, and today, Vieux Papes is one of France's three best-known wine brands.

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Did you know?

AVE VINI SINE PARI means “Hail, wine without equal”

VIEUX PAPES FOUR-PACK

Vieux Papes has always offered consumers a multitude of innovations, right from the start. In 1983, the brand led the way with the launch of its 75 cl-bottle four-pack, bringing a new meaning to the term “prêt-à-porter”. The packaging has evolved over time (more comfortable handle, more modern look etc) and it is still as popular as ever, particularly thanks to its practical quality.

(BAG-IN-BOX)®

With the advent of the 21st century and a new era it was time to welcome some innovation, namely the development of larger- volume packaging with longer shelf life that is well-suited to single-serve and occasional drinking.

Once again, Vieux Papes demonstrated its ability to innovate by introducing a bag-in-box system with no added preservatives which protects the wine from air and light. This way, Vieux Papes wines are protected from oxidation and retain all their aromas for up to two months after opening.

2002

Launch of the Vieux Papes (bag-in-box) – red and rosé wine

2009

Launch of the Vieux Papes (bag-in-box) - white wine

2020

Arrival of the new Vieux Papes (bag-in-box)

ADVERTISING

The key to the success of the Vieux Papes brand is a clever combination of tradition and modernity combined with memorable advertising slogans such as Bien vivre chaque jour (Live well, every day), A table, la France! (It's dinner time, France!), and Vivre, bon sang! (Let's live, damn it!)

In 1991 a law was introduced in France restricting the advertising of alcohol, prompting Vieux Papes to create a new advertising campaign based on the theme of les terroirs.

Later, Vieux Papes chose to emphasise its unique aspect with the slogan :

Le goût du vrai (The taste of authenticity).