Cornalin AOC Valais

History
Formerly known as Rouge du Pays, Cornalin is mentioned
in 1313 in a notarial deed in the register of Anniviers. A
native grape variety that is difficult to work with in the
vineyard because of its magnesium deficiencies, it almost
disappeared from the Valais in the 20th century. Since the
early 2000s, its intrinsic qualities have brought it back into
the limelight and it has become one of the wine-growing
symbols of the canton of Valais.

Vineyard
Chamoson, "Ravanay" and "Pierre bénite" vineyards at an
altitude of 500 - 560meters; Guyot pruning for a yield of
800 gr/m2.

Grape variety
Cornalin

Vinification
A slow maceration lasting 4 weeks gently extracts the
colour and tannins responsible for the structure of our
Cornalin. This speciality is then matured for several months
in vats, during which time the second fermentation takes
place.

Colour
Deep, intense crimson red with ruby highlights.

Nose
A complex, captivating bouquet dominated by aromas of
ripe plum, black cherry and morello cherry.

Palate
Rich, generous flavours, black fruits mixed with subtle notes
of grilled meat, long, elegant finish with well-integrated
tannins.

Alcohol by volume: 14,0 %
Serving temperature: 12-15°
Cellaring: from 5 to 15 years.

Distinctions
2014 - Gold - Expovina 2015
2023 - Gold - Vinalies 2025
2023 - Gold - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025