Gamay
About this grape variety
Its excellent reputation in the Lower Valais, around Fully and Martigny, is linked to the presence of granite, much as is the case with grand cru wines from Beaujolais.
This is a variety that is moderately vigorous and that ripens early. It gives purple-coloured wines that are very aromatic and high-spirited, with notes of red fruits and spices; it is fresh and very drinkable. Vinified on its own this is the flavourful par excellence wine of good cheer.
Blended with Pinot Noir, it becomes Dôle, known as a lively and fresh wine, intensely fruity.
Gamay
474 ha out of 4675 ha, or 10.14%
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252 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
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Turtmann
20 wines from this cellar
Diroso Weinkellerei & BnB
As well as producing traditional Valais wine, they are also pioneers in natural viticulture thanks to their fungus-resistant vines.
Fully
9 wines from this cellar
Projet Dzégne - Line Dorsaz
The Dzégne Project is the agri-vinicultural project of a young Valais winemaker, Line Dorsaz.
Salquenen
16 wines from this cellar
Josef Glenz & Töchter
The three siblings are known for their dynamism, energy and innovative spirit. They run the company with an enterprising mindset full of passion.
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