The red grail
Hospices de Salquenen Assemblage red
AOC ValaisRed wine
Pinot Noir, Gamay, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
14%
Stainless steel tank
16°C
Pairs perfectly with beef, veal, lamb, game, pasta, and hard cheese. Especially delicious with roasted veal fillet and a flavorful thyme jus.
Salgesch still proudly bears the Maltese cross in its coat of arms. In the Middle Ages, clergymen settled in the heart of Valais and fulfilled their vows by providing travelers, the sick, and those in need with hospitality and medical care. Thanks to generous donations from the local population, they were able to accomplish truly knightly deeds.
The winemakers of Salgesch supported the Hospitallers by providing them with wine. These noble wines were stored in large wooden barrels in the cool cellars of the hospice. At the time, the village well water was often contaminated with harmful germs, so the Hospitallers relied on pure wine to restore the strength of weary travelers and the sick. It’s no surprise that the quality of this wine soon became renowned far beyond the Simplon.
The wines of the "Hospices de Salquenen" line, created by Diego Mathier, winemaker of the decade, are a delightful tribute to the unmatched dedication of the Hospitallers, a legacy that Salgesch remains proud of today.
In the glass, an intense red hue with violet highlights. On the nose, black fruits dominate. On the palate, it is flavorful and fruit-forward, with a fresh finish and well-integrated tannins.
A short maceration to preserve the valuable fruit flavors and extract only a small amount of tannin. This is followed by traditional vinification in stainless steel tanks. The grape varieties in this blend are aged separately.
The vines are cultivated in various locations throughout Valais. The Assemblage Rouge is a blend of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Gamay.
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