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Score
18
Pinot Noir Nouveau Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
CHF 16.50 -
Cornalin Petit Gigolo
AOC Valais
Oskar Mathier-Oggier Corp. Switzerland Red wine75cl
CHF 25.50 -
Score
20
Cuvée Madame Rosmarie Mathier red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 14.80 -
Score
18
Syrah Hospices de Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine50cl
• 2023
CHF 17.00 -
Score
19
Cuvée Monsieur Diego Mathier rouge
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
CHF 30.00 -
Score
18
Pinot Noir Hospices de Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine50cl
• 2023
CHF 13.50 -
Score
19
Humagne Rouge Ferdinand Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
CHF 30.00 -
Score
18
Dôle Sang de l'Enfer de Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 9.50 -
Score
18
Pinot Noir Réserve de Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
CHF 26.00 -
Score
18
Humagne Rouge Hospices de Salquenen
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine50cl
• 2024
CHF 17.00 -
Score
19
Folissimo
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
CHF 95.00 -
Pinot Noir Petit Gigolo
AOC Valais
Oskar Mathier-Oggier Corp. Switzerland Red wine75cl
CHF 19.50 -
Score
18
Hospices de Salquenen Assemblage red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine50cl
• 2024
CHF 15.50 -
Score
19
Cabernet Sauvignon Adrian Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 36.00 -
Score
19
Optimo red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
More bottle sizes available
Starting at CHF 30.00 -
Score
18
Syrah Les Pyramides
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
CHF 26.00 -
Score
18
Thelygenie VALSAR red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 28.00 -
Score
19
Pinot Noir La Folie
AOC Valais
Cave de l'Hospice de Salquenen Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2020
CHF 58.00 -
Score
18
Merlot Les Pyramides
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
CHF 26.00 -
Score
19
Syrah La Folie
AOC Valais
Cave de l'Hospice de Salquenen Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
CHF 58.00 -
Score
20
Syrah Diego Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 34.00 -
Score
19
Cornalin Adrian Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
More bottle sizes available
Starting at CHF 36.00 -
Score
18
Pinot Noir de Salquenen Non Filtré Oskar Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
CHF 23.00 -
Score
19
Pinot Noir Lucifer
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
More bottle sizes available
Starting at CHF 9.80 -
Score
18
Gamay Mephisto
AOC Mephisto
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2024
CHF 15.50 -
Score
18
Cornalin Les Pyramides
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
CHF 26.00 -
Score
18
Humagne Rouge Les Pyramides
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
CHF 26.00 -
Score
20
Merlot Nadia Mathier
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 34.00 -
Score
19
Cornalin La Folie
AOC Valais
Cave de l'Hospice de Salquenen Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2022
CHF 58.00 -
Score
20
L’Ambassadeur de Diego Mathier red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
• 2023
More bottle sizes and vintages available
Starting at CHF 45.00 -
Score
18
Gigolo red
AOC Valais
Adrian & Diego Mathier Switzerland Red wine75cl
CHF 25.00
Valais red wines – character, depth and origin
Valais red wines are among the most expressive and diverse wines in Switzerland. The wide variety of wines and grape varieties in Valais reflects the different terroirs, which are characterised by different soils, microclimates and growing conditions. They combine tradition, craftsmanship and terroir like no other wine-growing region in the Alps. With their aromatic depth and unmistakable style, they have long since made a name for themselves beyond the borders of Switzerland.
Red wines from Valais – diversity and origin in a glass
Valais is Switzerland's most important wine-growing region. It combines steep slopes, calcareous and slate soils and a dry, sunny climate. The soil plays a decisive role here, as it has a significant influence on the quality and character of the wines. These conditions create ideal conditions for growing high-quality red wines. Pinot Noir accounts for a particularly high proportion of the total production of Valais red wines, underlining the importance of this grape variety for the region.
Red wines from Valais are produced in an exciting field of tension between tradition and innovation. They are an expression of the homeland in which they are grown and authentically reflect the characteristics of the region. The diversity of vines and grape varieties cultivated in Valais ensures a wide range of wine styles and flavours.
Switzerland Valais – a terroir with a signature
To understand the character of Valais red wines, you need to know the terroir. The topographical diversity of the canton of Valais shapes the development of each grape variety. The canton of Valais is considered one of the most important wine regions in Switzerland, as numerous indigenous grape varieties thrive here in unique locations. The calcareous and gravelly soils around places such as Salgesch, Varen and Sierre in particular ensure an elegant acidity and mineral finesse.
The high level of sunshine combined with the alpine freshness gives the grapes concentrated fruit and intense aromas. Historically, there is also a close connection between Valais and the Aosta Valley, where some of the grape varieties grown in Valais today originally come from. These natural foundations are the key to long-lasting, balanced red wines full of character.
Grape varieties and their role in Valais winegrowing
In addition to Pinot Noir, Cornalin and Syrah, Humagne Rouge, Cabernet Sauvignon and Dôle are also part of the classic selection. Dôle is a traditional cuvée made from Pinot Noir and Gamay – fruity, easy to drink and often enjoyed as an everyday wine.
This wide variety of grape varieties allows both elegant and powerful red wines to be produced, with each variety contributing something unique and special to the character of the wines, resulting in an enormously diverse range. The wide selection of red wines is reflected in the numerous products on offer.
Pinot Noir – the queen of Valais varieties
Pinot Noir is the most widely grown red grape variety in Valais. It produces elegant, delicately fruity wines that impress with their slender body, delicate structure and lively acidity. The nose is often reminiscent of red berries, cherries and a hint of undergrowth.
On the palate, a good Pinot Noir from Valais reveals clear fruit, delicate spice and harmonious length. This variety unfolds its full potential especially in cooler locations.
Cornalin – spice, power and alpine origins
Cornalin is an indigenous grape variety from Valais, which only has its true home here.
It is considered difficult to cultivate, but rewards the effort with complex, deep red wines with a distinctive structure.
Cornalin is characterised by a spicy nose with notes of dark berries, pepper, herbs and sometimes violets. The red wines have substance and depth and develop an earthy power on the palate that goes well with game dishes.
Syrah – international class from Swiss vineyards
Syrah has also established itself in Valais. In warm locations, this grape variety produces powerful, spicy wines with a long finish. The aromas range from black pepper and plum to roasted notes.
A good Syrah from Valais is characterised by density, elegance and a balanced tannin structure. Its international style meets Alpine precision here – a real highlight in the Valais red wine range.
Petite Arvine – white but full of character
Although Petite Arvine is a white wine variety, it has earned its place in the red wine context. It is emblematic of the diversity of winegrowing in Valais. Its lively acidity, salty minerality and citrus fruit make it the ideal accompaniment to hearty dishes and harmonious red wines.
The Adrian & Diego Mathier Nouveau Salquenen winery – top quality from Salgesch
The traditional Adrian & Diego Mathier Nouveau Salquenen winery stands for top quality in Valais winegrowing like no other. With over 40 hectares of vineyards and decades of experience, it is one of the most renowned addresses in Switzerland. In Salgesch, where the high altitude, chalky soils and dry climate provide ideal conditions, authentic red wines with a clear sense of origin are produced. Diego Mathier and his team combine traditional craftsmanship with state-of-the-art cellar technology and sustainable viticulture – the result is wines that have won multiple international awards and are among the best the Valais has to offer.
Particularly noteworthy is the ‘Ambassadeur de Diego Mathier rouge AOC Valais’, a Pinot Noir that has been voted the best Swiss red wine several times in international blind tastings – including ‘Gran Maestro du Pinot’ at the Grand Prix du Vin Suisse. With its fine structure, aromas of cherry and herbs and a hint of wood, it is considered a prime example of elegance and length on the palate. The range is complemented by varietal Syrah, Cornalin and Merlot wines, all of which impress with their density, expression and ageing potential. The winery has been named Swiss Winery of the Year several times at the Grand Prix du Vin Suisse, holds the title of Best Winery of the Decade and, thanks in no small part to countless awards at international wine competitions such as the Mondial des Pinots, Decanter World Wine Awards, Expovina Wine Trophy, etc., enjoys a firm place at the top of the Swiss wine landscape.
Culinary accompaniments – Valais red wine meets cuisine
Red wines from Valais unfold their potential particularly well when paired with food. The right combination at the table brings out the aromas and makes the enjoyment complete.
A Pinot Noir with a fine structure goes well with veal with morel sauce, autumn truffle risotto or fried mushrooms.
Cornalin harmonises perfectly with venison medallions, roast duck, lentil dishes or mountain cheese. Its depth complements hearty components and ensures balance.
A strong Syrah accompanies grilled meats, leg of lamb, spicy dishes or Valais sausage specialities with bravura.
Dôle is an uncomplicated partner for pasta, raclette or homemade tart with leek or bacon.
A culture of enjoyment with depth
Red wines from Valais are more than just a drink. They are an expression of a region, a climatic balance and a passion for winegrowing. Matured in the wine cellar, enjoyed at the table – this is how the Valais red wine experience comes about.
Whether as a festive wine or an everyday companion, the Valais range covers all facets. Valais red wines bring everything together – character, origin and perfect harmony in the glass. From fruity entry-level wines to elegant Grand Cru bottlings – always with character and origin in the glass.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Valais red wine
Which grape varieties are typical of Valais red wines?
Typical grape varieties in Valais are Pinot Noir, Cornalin, Syrah, Humagne Rouge and Dôle. Each brings its own character and reflects the diversity of Valais viticulture.
What makes Valais red wines special?
Valais red wines are characterised by their terroir, alpine freshness, mineral soils and high levels of sunshine. This results in aromatic, structured and long-lasting wines with depth.
Which Valais red wine goes well with game?
Cornalin is an excellent choice for game dishes. Its spice, depth and strong structure harmonise particularly well with venison, deer or duck.
How long can Valais red wines be stored?
Depending on the variety and how they are made, many Valais red wines can be stored for 5 to 10 years. Syrah, Cornalin and high-quality Pinot Noirs in particular benefit from ageing.
Are Valais red wines also suitable for everyday drinking?
Yes, Dôle and light Pinot Noirs in particular are excellent everyday wines. They are accessible, fruity and go well with many everyday dishes.