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Pinot Gris and Viognier: exceptional grape varieties of La Côte
Pinot Gris and Viognier, noble grape varieties on the terroir of Vaud’s La Côte. Aromatic richness and complexity in our white wines.
By the Cave du Consul
Alongside Chasselas and Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Viognier enrich our range of Vaud white wines. These noble grape varieties find a remarkable expression on our Perroy terroir.
Vaud Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris is a grape variety of Burgundian origin that has adapted magnificently to La Côte.
Characteristics
Colour: pale gold with coppery highlights
Nose: pear, quince, honey, sweet spices
Palate: rich and smooth
Finish: long and complex
Our Pinot Gris On our Perroy terroir, Pinot Gris develops exceptional concentration. Harvested at optimal maturity, it gives a full and generous Vaud white wine, ideal as an aperitif and to accompany dishes in sauce.
Viognier from La Côte
An emblematic grape variety of the Rhône Valley, Viognier has found a new field of expression in Switzerland.
Characteristics
Colour: bright golden yellow
Nose: apricot, peach, violet, acacia
Palate: round and opulent
Finish: floral and persistent
Our Vaud Viognier Our Viognier expresses the generosity of this grape variety while retaining the freshness typical of La Côte. It is an original and seductive Vaud white wine.
Vinification of these grape varieties
These two grape varieties require particular attention:
Harvest: at perfect maturity
Pressing: gentle and progressive
Fermentation: in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks
Ageing: on fine lees for complexity
Food pairings
Pinot Gris
Foie gras
Poultry in sauce
Fish in creamy sauce
Mature cheeses
Viognier
Lightly spiced cuisine
Grilled fish
Mushroom risotto
Yellow-fruit desserts
Asparagus
Our distinctions
These grape varieties have been rewarded with:
Terravin label
Medals at the Sélection des Vins Vaudois
Recognition from specialised guides
Our associated wines
1er Grand Cru la Donnery
From CHF 6.80
Sauvignon
From CHF 8.00
Pinot Gris
CHF 16.90
Viognier
CHF 16.70
Fancy tasting our Vaud wines
Come and discover our award-winning wines at the Cave du Consul in Perroy.


