Valais dessert wine

Valais dessert wine: multi-award-winning noble sweet wines

The signature style of Diego Mathier

Diego Mathier's dessert wines are a perfect example of the interplay between tradition and innovation. As part of the Adrian & Diego Mathier Nouveau Salquenen winery, these noble sweet wines embody the Mathier family's philosophy: passion, terroir and artisanal sensitivity. Located in Salgesch in the Valais, the winery is an integral part of Switzerland's wine elite.

Adrian & Diego Mathier Nouveau Salquenen: origins and aspirations

The success story of Adrian & Diego Mathier Nouveau Salquenen is based on family cohesion and intergenerational knowledge. Diego Mathier, a multi-award-winning winemaker, has created his own unique style of dessert wines, characterised by aromatic depth, harmonious acidity and a long finish. With its climate and calcareous soils, the Valais offers ideal conditions for concentrated, acidity-balanced dessert wines. Diego Mathier exploits this terroir with the utmost respect, a wealth of experience and perfect instinct.

The importance of innovation and tradition

The Mathier family combines traditional methods with state-of-the-art cellar technology. The result is dessert wines that are of the highest standard in terms of both taste and technique. Whether white, rosé or dessert wines, the goal is always to create the perfect moment of enjoyment in the glass.

Each dessert wine is an expression of the passion with which the Mathier family carries out their work. The uncompromising selection of grapes, the targeted vinification and a keen sense of harmony characterise every single wine.

Diego Mathier dessert wines at a glance

The winery's range includes four remarkable dessert wines, three of which form their own wine line under the name ‘Gemma’. Each wine is the result of selective hand-picking, concentrated musts and gentle vinification. The balance between sweetness, freshness and outstanding acidity is the hallmark of these wines.

Gemma Ermitage Rubin: the power and structure of a Swiss master

This Vin Doux Naturel in a 37.5cl bottle is made from the noble white grape variety Marsanne. Despite its delicate colour, Gemma Ermitage Rubin has remarkable power on the palate. Complex with aromas of white truffle and apricot, lovingly blended with a hint of undergrowth. Sensitive and warm-hearted, this nectar develops a distinctive personality. Voted the best Swiss sweet wine at the Grand Prix du Vin Suisse and awarded the highest score of all 2,382 wines submitted to the La Sélection wine competition.

Gemma Assemblage de Cépages Nobles Topas: Masterfully complex and well-rounded

The Topas blend combines several noble grape varieties such as Pinot Gris, Marsanne and Roussanne to create a complex dessert wine. In the glass, it reveals a medley of exotic fruits such as mango, pineapple and lychee. Mild yet invigorating on the palate. A true delight thanks to its intense fruitiness, residual sugar and beautiful acidity. This dessert wine was named the best Swiss sweet wine at the Grand Prix du Vin Suisse.

Gemma Pinot Noir Saphir: elegance in red

A red dessert wine based on Pinot Noir is a rarity in Switzerland. Gemma Pinot Noir Saphir delights with a very complex nose reminiscent of red fruits and ripe plums. Warm on the palate and rounded by natural residual sweetness, the complex structure of this noble, unique wine is supported by pleasant acidity. Its colour is reminiscent of ruby, its structure is soft and accessible.

Ermitage Surmaturé La Folie: Sweet concentration

This Vin Doux Naturel captivates with its intense aromas of white truffle and apricot, delicately blended with a hint of forest floor. On the palate, this nectar is soulful and warm, developing a distinctive personality. Its viscous texture makes it a dessert wine for special occasions.

Dessert wine and cuisine: pairings with depth

Diego Mathier dessert wines are more than just sweet wines. Their variety of flavours opens up numerous combinations in gastronomy:

• Gemma Topaz harmonises with desserts and pastries, e.g. with a classic ‘Crêpe Suzette’.
• Gemma Sapphire goes well with desserts containing chocolate and berries, e.g. a chocolate mousse or gingerbread parfait.
• La Folie elegantly accompanies mature soft and blue cheeses, but also goes very well with desserts and fruit.
• Ermitage Rubin emphasises the aromas of various tangy soft cheeses. It is particularly harmonious with freshly baked Valais walnut cake or a mature Vacherin Mont d'Or with pear bread.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Diego Mathier dessert wines

What makes Diego Mathier dessert wines so special?

The dessert wines are characterised by aromatic depth, harmonious acidity and a long finish. They are handmade and reflect the terroir of the Valais.

Which grape varieties does Diego Mathier use for dessert wines?

Pinot Noir, Marsanne Blanche, Sylvaner and Roussanne are among the varieties used. The wines are aged in barriques, both as single varietals and as cuvées.

Are Diego Mathier dessert wines also suitable as gifts?

Yes, the elegant presentation of the 37.5cl bottles and the high quality make them ideal gifts for connoisseurs.

What foods go well with these dessert wines?

Depending on the wine, cheese, fruity desserts, chocolate or pastries are suitable accompaniments. The exact combination depends on the style of wine.

Where does the name ‘Gemma’ come from for the dessert wines?

‘Gemma’ means gemstone. Each wine bears the name of a gemstone, alluding to the uniqueness and sophistication of the cuvées.