Petite Arvine AOC Valais

History
Petite Arvine, a grape variety indigenous to the Valais, has
been cultivated for at least four centuries. Initially little
planted, it gained in popularity in the 20th century. Between
1991 and 2008, the area planted almost quadrupled thanks
to careful selection. Demanding, it requires optimum
exposure and avoids fertile soils and drought. Appreciated
for its distinctive character and ageing potential, Petite
Arvine has resisted attempts to grow it elsewhere in
Europe, where conditions are not suitable.

Vineyard
Chamoson "Tzoumaz" and "Illiarisses", Ardon hillside
"Vignette", Vétroz hillside "Tsenau" and Sion hillside
"Clavoz". at an altitude of 500 - 540meters; Guyot pruning
for a yield of 800 gr/m2

Grape variety
Petite Arvine

Vinification
Slow, gentle pressing, a single fermentation at a low
temperature of 17 degrees and nine months' ageing in vats
guarantee maximum body and roundness, while preserving
the finesse and freshness of the aromas. Our Petite Arvine
has not undergone malolactic retrogradation to retain all its
liveliness.

Tasting notes
Colour is Yellow with golden highlights
Nose isFresh, lemony notes of mandarin, exotic, tropical fragrances
of lychee, mango and passion fruit and Palate is
Juicy flavours of apricot and rhubarb, pleasant acidity,
salinity of fleur de sel, nuances of orange zest, elegant
structure and aromatic persistence.

Alcohol by volume: 13,0 %
Serving temperature: 8-10°
Cellaring: from 5 to 15 years
Distinctions
2017 - Gold - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2019
2018 - Gold - Sélection des Vins du Valais 2019
2018 - Gold - Berliner Wine Trophy 2020
2022 - Gold - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2023
2022 - Gold - Vinalies 2024
2023 - Gold - Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2024
2023 - Gold - Vinalies 2025