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

Fancy tasting our Vaud wines

Come and discover our award-winning wines at the Cave du Consul in Perroy.

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