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Valais Grape Varieties

Discover the unique grape varieties that make Valais wines famous

A wine heritage unique in the world

Valais is home to an exceptional collection of native grape varieties, found nowhere else in the world. These ancestral varieties, preserved by generations of winemakers, offer unique aromatic profiles.

From the iconic white grape Petite Arvine to the full-bodied red Cornalin, each variety tells the story of an exceptional terroir and centuries-old know-how.

White grape varieties

Petite Arvine

The jewel of Valais grapes, Petite Arvine produces wines of exceptional finesse with a characteristic saline finish.

Tasting notes: Citrus notes, rhubarb, wisteria, distinctive saline finish

Food pairings: Seafood, raclette, asparagus, foie gras

Amigne

Grown almost exclusively in Vétroz, Amigne is a rare grape with multiple facets, from dry to sweet.

Tasting notes: Honey, quince, dried apricot, floral notes

Food pairings: Foie gras, fruit desserts, blue cheeses

Heida (Païen)

The same grape as Savagnin, grown at altitude, produces powerful and aromatic wines.

Tasting notes: Exotic fruits, hazelnut, sweet spices

Food pairings: Alpine cheeses, fish in sauce, poultry

Humagne Blanc

An ancestral grape that nearly disappeared then was resurrected, Humagne Blanc offers fresh and aromatic wines.

Tasting notes: White flowers, linden, delicate citrus

Food pairings: Aperitif, grilled fish, salads

Red grape varieties

Cornalin

The king of Valais reds, Cornalin produces intense and structured wines that require several years of aging.

Tasting notes: Black fruits, violet, spices, silky tannins

Food pairings: Game, grilled red meats, aged cheeses

Humagne Rouge

A rustic grape unique to Valais, Humagne Rouge produces wild wines with characteristic aromas.

Tasting notes: Undergrowth, violet, animal notes, pepper

Food pairings: Stews, Valais charcuterie, mountain cheeses