Wines made from Chasselas grapes of Ardon
Discover the best wines made with Chasselas as a single variety or as a blend of Ardon.
Light, lively whites with a tender palate and low acidity, with discreet aromas of fresh hazelnut, white flowers, light honey, apple and strongly terroir-driven mineral notes ("chameleon wine" of Swiss soils). Made as dry, often slightly sparkling whites. Absolute star of Vaud (Dézaley, Calamin, Lavaux Grand Cru) and Valais (Fendant) in Switzerland. Also in Pouilly-sur-Loire AOC and the German Jura. Excellent table grape.
The wine region of Ardon is located in the region of Valais of Switzerland. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine La Madeleine or the Domaine Croix Duplex produce mainly wines white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Ardon are Chasselas, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. We currently count 4 estates and châteaux in the of Ardon, producing 4 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture.