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The sommelier's advice |
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Serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass. |
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Veal tartar, roast free-range poultry, herb-crusted beef entrecôte. |
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From now until 2029, and even longer for enthusiasts. |
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The estate and the wine |
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A true icon of Swiss wine, Marie-Thérèse Chappaz has redefined the standards from her base in Fully. A pioneer of biodynamics for nearly 30 years and deeply committed to preserving biodiversity around her vineyards, she crafts wines of remarkable depth and elegance that are highly sought after by collectors and increasingly speculative.
Her 10-hectare vineyard is home to local varieties such as Petite Arvine, Humagne Rouge, and Cornalin, alongside Rhône Valley classics like Syrah and Marsanne. These grapes produce both dry and sweet wines that have become true benchmarks of quality and precision. |
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The 2021 Red Valais Grain Pinot Les Esserts is a Pinot Noir aged for a year in barrels, shining with unique notes of pine, menthol, spices, and red fruits. The wine is impeccably crafted, with silky, discreet tannins and perfect harmony. It’s charming and elegant, with a concentrated yet juicy texture, offering a lively, spicy finish. Serve slightly chilled, perhaps with veal tartare. Rated 92/100 by Parker. |
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Hand harvested. Aged 12 months in barrel.
Old vines planted on limestone soils on the Charrat Les Esserts plot. First plot worked by Marie-Thérèse Chappaz, a small vineyard inherited from her father.
Certified organic and biodynamic wine. |
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AWARDS |
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Best Winemaker in Switzerland, globally recognized for the exceptional quality of her wines.
Voted Swiss Winemaker of the Year 2021 by the Association of German-Speaking Sommeliers.
Named a "Swiss Wine Icon" in Gault et Millau’s 2016 edition, ranking among the top 100 winemakers.
Recipient of the 2015 Lalique-Villa d'Este "Lady of Wine" Award, presented by François Mauss.
Featured in the 2019 Bettane & Desseauve Guide.
Robert Parker: 92/100. |
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