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Valais wine in 5 key figures 🔍

Visit Valais, an emblematic region of Swiss viticultureThe region's rich terroirs and diversity of grape varieties make it an irresistible choice.
Visit 5 key figures that sum up the importance and uniqueness of Valais wine:

  • 5,000 hectares of vineyards 🌿
    With almost 5,000 hectares of vineyards, the Valais accounts for over a third of Swiss wine production. These vineyards stretch over spectacular slopes at altitudes of between 400 and 1,200 meters.

  • 300 days of sunshine a year
    The Valais enjoys an exceptional climate, with around 300 days of sunshine a year. This luminosity, combined with low rainfall and wide temperature variations between day and night, favors optimal ripening of the grapes.

  • More than 50 grape varieties 🍇
    The Valais is a land of diversity. Among the 50 grape varieties grown, some are emblematic of the region, such as Petite Arvine, Humagne Rouge and Cornalin. This unique richness is the pride of Valais winegrowers.

  • 12,000 terraces supported by dry-stone walls 🪨
    The vineyards of the Valais are distinguished by their spectacular terraces, which total over 3,000 kilometers of dry-stone walls. These walls, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bear witness to the hard work of the winegrowers.

  • 1,000 years of wine history
    Winegrowing in the Valais goes back more than 1,000 years. This long tradition is accompanied by know-how handed down from generation to generation, guaranteeing exceptional wines.

Did you know?
Fendant, made from the Chasselas grape, is one of Valais' most popular white wines, while Petite Arvine is often referred to as the "queen of Valais grape varieties" for its unique character and liveliness.

These figures show just how deeply Valais wine is rooted in the history, culture and landscape of this extraordinary region.
A richness to be savored, one glass at a time 🍷

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