Wines made from Charmont grapes of Switzerland
Discover the best wines made with Charmont as a single variety or as a blend of Switzerland.
More informations about the variety Charmont
Aromatic, structured dry whites with a pale golden robe, an ample palate and preserved acidity of refined white flowers (acacia, hawthorn), yellow fruits (peach, pear), citrus and mineral notes. An elegant profile between chasselas and chardonnay. Grown in French-speaking Switzerland for modern cuvées and identity blends. Swiss grape created in 1965 at Pully by André Jaquinet (chasselas × chardonnay).
More informations about the region of Switzerland
Alpine vineyard of 14,700 ha in six regions, ~98% consumed locally. Chasselas (Fendant in Valais) signature as king white: taut and mineral with green apple, citrus, sweet almond, white flowers and flint, chiselled palate — Vaud and Valais. Fine silky Pinot Noir (cherry, raspberry, undergrowth), supple Gamay, round Merlot in Ticino (plum, cocoa). Valais specialities: saline Petite Arvine, ample Amigne and Heida, spicy Cornalin.