Humagne Blanc
About this grape variety
It was widely planted until the 19th century but by the start of the 20th century it had virtually disappeared. Now, little by little, Humagne is making a comeback. It is a delicate grape that requires good care and a carefully limited harvest. But when it is planted on the right slopes it can give a surprising wine that is very pure, fresh, long in mouth, both subtle and elegant, with notes of linden blossom.
Its aromatic profile when young is similar to that of Fendant, but with age this is a wine that has extraordinary qualities—an absolute must!
Humagne Blanc
26.9 ha out of 4675 ha, or 0.57%
Tasting profile
82 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
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It was called "new mothers’ wine" around 1815 due to its presumed high iron content.
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Chamoson
16 wines from this cellar
Albert Biollaz
Since 2017, this cellar has been offering three distinct Valais wine ranges: Grand Schiner, La Réserve du Chasseur and La Cuvée des Reines.
Sion
18 wines from this cellar
Les Celliers de Sion
Les Celliers de Sion is the meeting of two skills and two traditions: the Varone and Bonvin houses.
Chamoson
12 wines from this cellar
Cave Archi - Alphonse Carruzzo
A chimney sweep by occupation, and passionate about wine for more than 20 years, Alphonse Carruzzo cares about the vineyard and the cellar.
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