Rootstock

The root section of an established, healthy plant, used for grafting. The section being grafted to the rootstock is called the scion.

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The Wine Grapes of Switzerland

Chénin blanc

The versatile “Pinot de la Loire” produces some fine wine in Valais. Like the Chasselas, it provides a neutral canvas for the winemaker’s art and terroir. Originating in the Loire valley of France, it has no relation or similarity to Pinot blanc.

Fendant

Fendant is a protected designation and may only be used in Valais for wines made from the Chasselas grape. In contrast to its native France, where it wasn’t too successful as a wine grape, the Chasselas shines in Switzerland.

Nobling

Nobling is a cross between Silvaner and Chassalas from Staatliches Weinbauinstitut at Freiburg. It’s being tested in Valais and can be found in retail.

He who loves not wine, women and song remains a fool his whole life long.

Martin Luther

Swiss Wine Regions

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The Wine Grapes of Switzerland

Discover Switzerland’s odd grapes, small producers, and eclectic tastes