STEINHÄUSER CLOCKS BEST TIME AS EINHART CLAIMS FRENCH TITLE

As the French chapter of the CSWC season comes to a close, Pierre Einhart emerges as the national standard, poised and prepared for the world stage.

Jan Vistisen, legendary CSWC judge, overseeing the CSWC France 2025 competition with his signature focus and style.

The art of slow smoking demands discipline, patience, and an unshakable rhythm. On a tense night in Colmar, those qualities were on full display as Pierre Einhart captured the French national title at the CSWC 2025 qualifier, while Oliver Steinhäuser, the visiting German contender, recorded the best time overall.

Oliver Steinhäuser locked in slow smoking action – a rising CSWC star whose journey is only beginning.

Steinhäuser, well-known across Germany and France for his consistency and calm under pressure, smoked his way to a commanding 1 hour, 28 minutes, and 46 seconds. But as a guest smoker, he competed only for time, not title. The crown of French Champion rightfully went to Einhart, whose 1:18:00 was the best among domestic competitors and enough to punch his ticket to the CSWC Grand Final later this season.

Pierre Einhart (first on the left) claims victory as the new French Champion

Marc Wolff delivered a strong performance with 1:04:01, earning him second place nationally, while Philippe Lebel secured third with 57 minutes and 14 seconds—a solid showing in a competitive field.

But the evening wasn’t without its surprises. Last year’s French Vice Champion, considered one of the favorites, was the first to exit after applying too much pressure to the new Oliva Mareva CSWC competition cigar—a harsh miscalculation that ended his run before it had a chance to begin.

Thomas Gaisler and Jan Vistisen – the legendary CSWC judging duo who have upheld the spirit of the competition across the globe, under the CSWC flag.

Oversight of the event was entrusted to a “dream duo” of CSWC judging: Jan Vistisen, the legendary Danish official whose name is woven into the history of the championship, and Thomas Gaisler, a respected figure whose precision matched the pressure of the evening. Together, they ensured flawless execution, fair play, and a touch of gravitas that elevated the event.

The best of the best – top performers of CSWC France 2025

As the French chapter of the CSWC season comes to a close, Pierre Einhart emerges as the national standard, poised and prepared for the world stage. And while Steinhäuser may have come only for time, he left Colmar as a reminder to all: in the world of slow smoking, form is fleeting—but mastery endures. CSWC evening in France continue with special dinner and more than 30 guests who enjoyed CSWC by Oliva experience day...

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