Dôle
About this grape variety
Dôle is a light-hearted Valais wine that is the offspring of the two most widely planted red grapes in Valais, Pinot Noir and Gamay.
Together they account for 51 % of the vines, with Pinot Noir the majority grape variety. Other red grapes may be included in the blend: Gamaret, Garanoir, Carminoir, Ancellotta, Diolinoir, Merlot and Syrah are all used.
Some add colour to the wine, others give structure and tannins while yet others add a touch of aromatic fun.
The ever-present Valais Dôle is capable of a multitude of expressions, reflecting the terroirs and producers. Each one is a new discovery.
Dôle
51% of Pinot Noir and Gamay
Tasting profile
134 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
Find a cellarAlso in rosé
Dôle blanche is made from the same grapes as Dôle, but it is vinified as a white wine, in other words without leaving the grape skins to macerate. It links the charm and freshness of a white wine and the comfort of a red.
wine cellar(s)
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Venthône
16 wines from this cellar
Cave de la Pierre
The cellar's focus on quality above all else is underlined by its use of “integrated production” (which respects the environment) throughout the vineyard.
Chalais
21 wines from this cellar
Jean-Louis Mathieu Domaine Mathieu
Jean-Louis Mathieu's tireless work in the vineyard and cellar has been honoured by a number of awards in Switzerland and abroad.
Pont-de-la-Morge
20 wines from this cellar
Cave Fin Bec
Le côté cosmopolite du Rhône inspire la cave pour créer des vins valaisans exceptionnels, comprenant des assemblages, des classiques, des spécialités et des vins mousseux.
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