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Wines and spirits of Walloon Brabant
Walloon Brabant has now established itself as a must-visit destination for wine and spirits enthusiasts in Belgium. From family-run vineyards and innovative estates to artisanal distilleries, meet passionate producers and discover a terroir that is constantly evolving.
Vineyards, wines and spirits
Whether you are a curious amateur or a true epicurean, every visit offers an immersive experience in authentic local craftsmanship.
Why explore the vineyards of Walloon Brabant?
A thriving wine region, renowned for its quality wines
Meetings with passionate producers
Slow tourism experiences (cycling, walks, nature)
Welcoming tastings in a friendly atmosphere
The vineyards of Walloon Brabant by region
Vineyards:
- Villers-la-Vigne
- Domaine des Coteaux des Avelines
- Domaine de Glabais
- Vignoble du Château de Bousval
- Vignoble du Bois des Dames
- Les Vins de Genval
- Champ des Vignes
- Try d'Argenteuil
- Domaine des Lowas
Vineyards:
- Domaine de Biamont
- Monts-Marilles
- Domaine Beekborne
- Vignoble Mille visages
- Domaine de Mellemont
- Vignoble Buisson
The vineyards in Western Walloon Brabant by area
Domaine du Chapitre
In Baulers, the ‘Domaine du Chapitre’ is a family-run vineyard that has grown to cover more than 13 hectares. Today, it produces white, rosé and red wines, as well as sparkling wines known as Crémants de Wallonie, with several well-known cuvées such as Vin de Jean, Les Notes Rosées and Rêve bleu. The estate also offers tours, tastings and farm stays, providing a complete wine tourism experience in Walloon Brabant.
Domaine-W
Located in Saintes, the ‘Domaine W’ is renowned for its sparkling wines produced using the traditional method. The vineyard, certified organic and biodynamic, cultivates varieties including Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. The estate stands out for its rigorous, environmentally conscious approach, focused on producing high-quality Belgian wines.
The vineyards in Central Walloon Brabant
Villers-la-Vigne
‘Villers-la-Vigne’ is reviving the winemaking tradition of the Abbey of Villers-la-Ville within a site steeped in history. Restored in the 1990s, this south-facing vineyard is maintained by a highly active fraternity. It produces several signature products, including a white wine, a red wine, a mistelle and a marc. A tour offers the chance to discover a unique heritage project where history, terroir and a passion for wine-growing come together.
Rue de l’Abbaye 55
1495 Villers-la-Ville
Guided tours of the vineyard are available
Coteaux des Avelines
In Sart-Dames-Avelines, the ‘Coteaux des Avelines’ is a family-run organic vineyard set in a bucolic setting, near the Abbey of Villers-la-Ville. The estate works exclusively with disease-resistant grape varieties suited to the local climate and terroir, in line with a sustainable approach to viticulture. Today, it offers several cuvées of white and sparkling wines, as well as tastings and activities amidst the vineyards.
Rue de la Taille Loquet 40
1495 Sart-Dames-Avelines
Guided tours of the vineyard are available
Domaine de Glabais
In Glabais, the wine estate has specialised in sparkling wine known as Crémant de Wallonie, produced using the traditional method. Created as part of an agricultural diversification project, it relies on several grape varieties and a carefully considered approach to wine production. The ‘Domaine de Glabais’ embraces a warm and authentic identity, with a clear focus on sparkling wines, set amidst a rural landscape ideal for exploration.
Château de Bousval
The ‘Vignoble du Château de Bousval’ has been producing terroir-driven wines since 2016 in a stunning natural setting. The estate focuses on viticulture that respects the soil, prioritises sustainability and preserves the unique character of its plots. Visitors are also welcome for guided walks through the vineyards and the cellar, followed by tastings of the estate’s current cuvées – a wonderful way to discover the wine culture of Walloon Brabant.
Bois des Dames
In La Hulpe, the ‘Vignoble du Bois des Dames’ is a collective vineyard rooted in a local and environmentally conscious approach. It is part of La Hulpe’s rich wine-growing heritage and showcases a high-quality natural site at the heart of a remarkable ecological network. Driven by passionate enthusiasts, this project celebrates the local terroir, the spirit of community and the convivial atmosphere centred on the cultivation of vines.
Sentier 49
1310 La Hulpe
Guided tours of the vineyard are available on request
Les Vins de Genval
The wines ‘Les Vins de Genval’ are produced from a collective, community-run vineyard planted in 2011. Located around the Villa du Beau-Site and in several gardens throughout the neighbourhood, the project is driven by a strong local spirit and a genuine sense of conviviality. With around 700 to 800 vines spread across approximately fourteen ares, it exemplifies a community-led and original approach to viticulture in Walloon Brabant.
Avenue des Combattants 14
1332 Genval
Champ des Vignes
A recent and ambitious wine-growing project, the ‘Domaine du Champ des Vignes’ is developing a modern vineyard in the heart of the Smohain Valley, with a strong focus on environmental responsibility and on quality. Spanning several hectares, the estate aims to produce sparkling wines made using the traditional method, with a sustainable approach and currently undergoing organic certification.
Rue du Champ des vignes
1380 Lasne
Try d’Argenteuil
A young vineyard established in 2020 on the hills above Ohain, the ‘Try d’Argenteuil’ is part of the wine-growing revival in Walloon Brabant, just outside Brussels. Created as a collaborative project between farmers and wine enthusiasts, the estate stretches across a well-exposed hillside and focuses mainly on the production of sparkling wines made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Drève de l’Eglise de Fer 6
1380 Lasne
Domaine des Lowas
In Grez-Doiceau, the ‘Domaine des Lowas’ is a relatively new vineyard born from a family-run agricultural conversion. With passion at its core, it covers around 1.5 hectares and produces local grapes, wine and grape juice. The estate perfectly reflects the growth of viticulture in this part of Walloon Brabant, combining a traditional approach with deep roots in the surrounding region.
Rue Bruyères Marion
1390 Grez-Doiceau
The vineyards in Eastern Walloon Brabant
Domaine de Biamont
In Incourt, the ‘Domaine de Biamont’ began as a family project. Its 1.5-hectare vineyard is mainly planted with Solaris, alongside Muscaris, two grape varieties well suited to the Belgian climate. The estate produces a white wine that highlights the character of its terroir and is also developing on-site accommodation in a peaceful setting focused on nature and wine tourism.
Rue de Longpré 3
1315 Incourt
Monts-Marilles
A micro-vineyard born of a passionate project launched in 2020, ‘Monts-Marilles’ is developing on the hills above Marilles, in a preserved rural setting. Planted in 2021 with around 1,200 vines, the estate favours an approach that respects nature and biodiversity, using disease-resistant grape varieties suited to the local climate.
Rue Dielhère 11
1350 Marilles
Domaine Beekborne
In Hélécine, the ‘Beekborne’ estate was born out of a passion for vines and the living world. Across a few hectares, it cultivates a range of grape varieties, prioritising natural and environmentally friendly practices. The estate produces vibrant and authentic wines, reflecting a terroir in full expression, and invites visitors to discover an artisanal approach to winemaking.
Rue Beekborne 6
1357 Hélécine
Vignoble Mille Visages
An experimental and educational vineyard, ‘Mille Visages’ presents itself as a true “garden vineyard”, combining learning, encounters and a friendly approach to viticulture. Organically managed and focused on disease-resistant grape varieties, the project emphasises experimentation and knowledge-sharing, in an open and participatory spirit.
Rue Jules Coisman 10
1320 Beauvechain
Domaine de Mellemont
Located in Thorembais-les-Béguines, the ‘Domaine de Mellemont’ is a benchmark winery in the Walloon Brabant wine region. Founded in 1993, the estate produces both still and sparkling wines, with renowned cuvées such as Blanc, Rouge, Rosé des Béguines, and Bulles pour Lui and Bulles pour Elle.
Avenue Lieutenant Bigourdan 1
1360 Thorembais-les-Béguines
Vignoble Buisson
A family-run estate undergoing rapid development, the ‘Vignoble Buisson’ cultivates its vines between Walloon Brabant and the Liège province, with a strong presence in Orbais. Founded in 2015, the vineyard now extends across more than 5 hectares and produces wines from classic grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, following an organic approach and certified organic since 2024.
Vignoble
1360 Orbais
Vineyards, but also local liqueurs and delicious spirits…
Abbesse de Nivelles
Abbesse de Nivelles is an iconic liqueur deeply rooted in the local heritage of Nivelles. Revived in popularity at the end of the 20th century, it is distinguished by its amber colour and its aromatic profile, reminiscent of traditional liqueurs. Its history adds to the charm of this regional speciality, still closely associated with the town of Nivelles and is available directly from the artisan producer.
1400 Nivelles
+3267213214
Nutts Original
Created by a local from Genappe, Nutts Original is a Belgian hazelnut-based liqueur with a 35% alcohol content. Smooth and indulgent, it can be enjoyed on the rocks, in cocktails, as an aperitif, a digestif, and even used in certain recipes. Its identity is based on a very distinct hazelnut flavour and an approachable character, making it a unique product in the world of Walloon Brabant spirits.
Chaussée de Charleroi 5
1470 Genappe
Les Apéros de Philomène
Based in Vieux-Genappe, ‘Les Apéros de Philomène’ crafts herbal aperitifs, fruit wines, liqueurs and other local specialities. Produced by hand using natural methods, their products are created in a characterful former barn. The house also offers guided tours with tastings, ideal for discovering its craftsmanship and the world of artisanal liqueur-making.
Chaussée de Bruxelles 60
1472 Vieux-Genappe
- Guided tours & tastings (€5 per person)
- By appointment on Sundays at 1 pm
ApéReiff
In Quenast, ‘ApéReiff’ creates fruit juices and fruit wines in a variety of flavours, including apple, rhubarb, blackcurrant, raspberry, wild cherry, walnut and elderflower. Production focuses on natural winemaking, without added flavourings or colourings, in a traditional and generous spirit. This diverse range allows you to discover another facet of Brabant’s local drinks, blending fruit-growing tradition with local creativity.
Rue de Saintes 42
1430 Quenast
Gin et Whisky
de Waterloo
At the Mont-Saint-Jean Farm, in the heart of the historic Waterloo site, the micro-distillery produces gin and whisky using traditional methods. Distillation is based on grains grown on the battlefield and carried out using equipment capable of operating as both a pot still and a column still. The site also offers the chance to explore this world through guided tours, set against a rich heritage backdrop that links local history with artisanal production.
Chaussée de Charleroi 591
1410 Waterloo
fermedemontsaintjean.be/micro-distillerie/
Self-guided tours with a guide/brewer
- From Wednesday to Sunday at 3pm
- Single entry: €12.50 per person
Apéros de chez nous
In Ramillies, ‘Apéros de chez nous’ artisanally produces fruit wines, juices and syrups from a wide range of flavours: apple, rhubarb, raspberry, blackberry, cherry, pear and even dandelion flower. The house promotes a local and original production, perfect to be enjoyed as an aperitif, with dessert or alongside certain dishes. A place that perfectly illustrates the diversity of Walloon Brabant’s local drinks.
Avenue des Déportés 84
1367 Ramillies
Maison Godfroid
‘Maison Godfroid’ now offers a range of both sparkling wines and spirits, including a sparkling wine known as Crémant de Wallonie AOP and a gin blending apple and pear flavours. Founded in 2020 and based in Marbais, the house emphasises natural flavours, artisanal production and local partnerships for its ingredients. Its universe blends elegance, authenticity and a deep attachment to Brabant’s heritage.
Avenue des Vallées, 10 Boite 4
1390 Grez-Doiceau