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Valais red wine
Deep aromas that warm the heart and soulRed wines from the heart of Valais! Our award-winning Valais red wines are produced in Salgesch, where the sun kisses the vines and the soil is full of history. We create them with passion, dedication and decades of experience.
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0.00 – 37.00 CHF
Valais red wines - tradition, quality & unique taste
Valais red wines are among the best wines in Switzerland. The alpine climate, plenty of sunshine and mineral-rich soils produce authentic wines full of character and excellent quality. Noble grape varieties such as Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cornalin and Merlot, which are known for their fine aromas, elegant tannins and long shelf life, thrive particularly well in Salgesch and the surrounding area.
Why are Valais red wines so special?
With over 300 days of sunshine a year and a unique terroir, Valais offers perfect conditions for winegrowing. The dry, barren soils force the vines to root deeply, giving the wines their intense structure and mineral notes.
- Ideal climate: plenty of sunshine, little rainfall and cool nights for perfect ripeness.
- Tradition & craftsmanship: Family businesses have been committed to top quality for generations.
- Variety of grape varieties: From elegant Pinot Noir to spicy Cornalin.
Popular grape varieties for Valais red wines
Pinot Noir - the classic from Valais
Pinot Noir is the most important grape variety in Valais and accounts for almost 60% of red wine production. The wines are known for their fine fruit aromas, silky tannins and elegant structure. The Pinot Noir Grand Cru wines from Salgesch in particular have made a name for themselves internationally.
Syrah - intense & spicy
Syrah is a fascinating interplay of fruit and spice that reflects the special character of Valais in every bottle.
Cornalin - The autochthonous rarity
An old, typical Valais grape variety with aromas of strawberries, cherries and wild berries.
Merlot - Powerful & rich in aromas
Merlot is an elegant and versatile red wine that is appreciated worldwide for its softer tannins and fruity aromas. It impresses with its supple tannins, a deep dark color and aromas of wild berries and chocolate, which give it a wonderful complexity and softness
Excellent Valais wines
With over 300 days of sunshine a year and a unique terroir, Valais offers perfect conditions for winegrowing. The dry, barren soils force the vines to root deeply, giving the wines their intense structure and mineral notes.
Passion for wine
Cordial, down-to-earth & passionate