Wines made from Gamaret grapes of Sion
Discover the best wines made with Gamaret as a single variety or as a blend of Sion.
More informations about the variety Gamaret
Structured, colourful reds with a dense purple robe and firm tannins, featuring aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, spices and peppery notes. Fresh acidity, good performance in oak ageing. Made as a single-variety ageing wine and in many premium Swiss blends with Garanoir, Gamay and Pinot Noir. Star of modern reds from Vaud, Geneva and Valais. A Gamay × Reichensteiner cross created in 1970 at the Pully research station (Switzerland).
More informations about the region of Valais
Capital of Valais in the heart of Switzerland's largest vineyard (~40% national), schist slopes with reflecting white micas, dry alpine climate. Signature Fendant as white king (Chasselas): light and floral with citrus, green apple, white flowers, almond and a perlant mineral touch, refreshing. Saline and lively Petite Arvine, taut Heida and ample Marsanne in whites. Silky Pinot Noir and Gamay in reds, rare native Cornalin and Humagne.