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%
Tasting profile
252 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
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Taste this grape variety
Ayent
21 wines from this cellar
Cave de St-Romain
The winery is run by brothers Gino and Raoul Travelletti, whose products you can sample at the family café.
Martigny
19 wines from this cellar
Philippe Darioli
At the winery, the grape varieties are vinified with as little interference as possible, allowing their distinctive character to be fully expressed.
Salquenen
23 wines from this cellar
Domaine de l’Enfer
Strict criteria contributes to the exceptional quality of their various white and red wines, which you can enjoy in their cosy carnotzet.
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