Description
The Pinot Gris AOC Wallis is an exceptional Swiss white wine that beautifully demonstrates the rich aromatic complexity and luscious depth of this noble grape within an alpine environment. Masterfully produced by the multi-generational Varonier estate in the sun-drenched vineyards of the Wallis (Valais) canton, this premium sweet selection highlights the peak of traditional craftsmanship. The vines absorb intense mountain sunshine on steep stone terraces over deep glacial mineral soils, giving birth to a seductive sweet wine that stands as a true benchmark of alpine viticulture.
In the glass, this beautiful 2017 vintage displays a gorgeous light-yellow colour with exceptional clarity. The bouquet opens with a complicated yet incredibly inviting flavour profile, bursting with rich aromas of fresh acacia blossom and exotic lychee. Clocking in at a perfectly balanced 12.4% alcohol by volume, it coats the palate with a round, opulent texture and a smooth mineral framework. This independent selection possesses a very nice cellaring potential, built to maintain its expressive fruit notes and sweet harmony over a peak ripeness window of 1 to 3 years.
Food Pairing:
With its sweet profile and seductive alpine mineral character, this premium Pinot Gris is an absolute masterpiece for dessert gastronomy. It pairs magnificently with a classic strawberry pie, fresh raspberry cake, and traditional baked apple pie. It also serves as a world-class companion for rich fruit tarts and elegant sweet soufflés. To enjoy its layered aromatic sweetness at its peak, serve at a preferred chilled temperature of 10–12 °C.
High-Altitude Pinot Gris Traditions by Varonier
The Varonier winery is highly celebrated throughout the Wallis canton for seamlessly merging multi-generational family heritage with modern, 21st-century production standard refinements. Since Switzerland famously consumes almost its entire crop locally and exports less than 2% of its total wine production to global markets, every single bottle of this boutique vintage is a genuine rarity for wine enthusiasts across the United Kingdom. Operating as an independent global storefront, Swiss Wine™ ships these exclusive alpine treasures directly to the UK market. Embracing our passion for forward-thinking solutions, we proudly offer safe checkout features, including instant Bitcoin processing over the secure Lightning Network.
