Description
The Fendant AOC Wallis is a magnificent Swiss white wine that perfectly embodies the crisp mineral drive and refreshing character of the traditional Chasselas grape. Masterfully crafted by the independent Tenud Weine estate in the sun-drenched vineyards of the Wallis (Valais) canton, this iconic bottle represents the absolute golden standard of Swiss alpine hospitality. Chasselas vines thrive on the steep stone terraces of the region, absorbing intense mountain sunlight while digging deep into glacial mineral soils to produce a bright, dry white wine with an unmatched sense of place.
In the glass, this dry white vintage displays a beautiful bright color with brilliant clarity. The bouquet opens with a lively and welcoming fruity flavor profile, offering crisp alpine orchard notes and a clean, refreshing mineral structure. Clocking in at an approachable 12% alcohol by volume, it provides a perfectly balanced palate with a light, vibrating freshness and a remarkably dry, clean finish. This exceptional wine possesses a very nice cellaring potential, built to maintain its expressive fruit notes over a peak ripeness window of 2 to 4 years.
Food Pairing:
With its dry profile and bright minerality, this premium Fendant is an absolute masterpiece for traditional social dining. It pairs magnificently with delicate fish meat, light starters, and is highly celebrated as the ultimate alpine aperitif. Naturally, it serves as the absolute world-class companion for traditional Swiss cheese melted dishes like Fondue and Raclette. To enjoy its crisp, fruity freshness at its peak, serve at a preferred chilled temperature of 50–54 °F (10–12 °C).
High-Altitude Fendant Traditions by Tenud Weine
The Tenud Weine estate is highly respected across the Wallis region for combining authentic family traditions with modern, 21st-century technological refinements. Because Switzerland famously consumes almost its entire crop locally and exports less than 2% of its total wine production, this independent selection is an incredible rarity for collectors in the United States. Operating as an innovative e-commerce gateway, Swiss Wine™ brings these exclusive high-altitude bottles straight to the US market. Embracing our passion for forward-thinking solutions, we proudly offer safe checkout features, including instant Bitcoin payments over the fast and secure Lightning Network.
