Fendant AOC Valais

History
Fendant is a special type of Chasselas whose berries "split"
when squeezed between the fingers and can be found in
the Chablais region of Valais as early as the 18th century.
From 1848 onwards, Fendant became the driving force
behind the commercial development of Valais wineries and
was actively promoted, to the point where it supplanted the
old indigenous grape varieties. From 1936, the people of
Valais fought to protect this appellation, which was coveted
by producers from Geneva and Vaud. Fendant du Valais
obtained its protected designation in 1966, and despite the
successful rehabilitation of indigenous specialities, Fendant
remains the king of Valais whites. It accounts for a third of
the wine-growing area of the canton of Valais and is the
ambassador of Swiss white wines beyond its borders.

Vineyard
Vines over 40 years old located between Sion and
Chamoson

Grape variety
Chasselas

Vinification
Slow, gentle pressing, an initial fermentation at a maximum
of 17 degrees Celsius at low temperature and several
months' ageing in vats, during which malolactic
fermentation takes place in part, guarantee maximum
fullness and roundness while preserving the finesse and
freshness of the aromas.

Tasting notes
Colour is Yellow with green highlightsNotes of gunflint, fragrances of white flowers, fruits with white pulp such as peach or apple.
Palate A lively, fresh wine with a pleasant minerality, versatile for
all occasions.

Alcohol by volume: 13,0 %
Serving temperature: 6-10°
Cellaring: from 5 to 10 years

Distinctions
2017 - Gold - Mondial du Chasselas 2018
2017 - Gold - Sélection des Vins du Valais 2018
2022 - Gold - Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2023
2023 - Gold - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2024
2023 - Silver - Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2024
2024 - Silver - Mondial du Chasselas 2025