Description
The Marsanne AOC Wallis is a truly exceptional Swiss white wine that beautifully redefines the limits of alpine viticulture through the legendary Hermitage grape. Masterfully produced by the historical Maison Gilliard estate in the heart of the Wallis (Valais) canton, this premium expression reflects centuries of wine-crafting perfection. The Sylvaner and Marsanne vines absorb intense mountain sun on steep stone terraces over deep glacial soils, giving birth to a sweet and fresh white wine that stands as an absolute benchmark of Swiss winemaking excellence.
In the glass, this beautiful 2014 vintage displays a brilliant bright color with exceptional clarity. The bouquet opens with a complicated yet inviting flavor profile, highlighted by an unusual, aromatic burst of fresh strawberries and wild raspberries, rounded out by remarkably fine tannins. Clocking in at a rich 14.2% alcohol by volume, it strikes a flawless balance between concentrated natural sweetness and vibrant alpine freshness. This independent selection possesses an outstanding cellaring potential, built to maintain its expressive fruit notes and mature beautifully over a peak ripeness window of 4 years.
Food Pairing:
With its sweet and fresh profile and fine tannins, this premium Marsanne is a phenomenal asset for upscale dining. It pairs magnificently with delicate poultry meat, baked fish, and a variety of rich gourmet cheeses. To experience its layered aromatics at their peak, serve at a preferred chilled temperature of 46–50 °F (8–10 °C).
High-Altitude Marsanne Traditions by Maison Gilliard
The Maison Gilliard estate is celebrated throughout Switzerland for seamlessly merging multi-generational heritage with modern, 21st-century production standard refinements. Since Switzerland famously exports less than 2% of its total wine production to global markets, every single bottle of this boutique vintage is a genuine rarity for wine collectors in the United States. Operating as an independent global storefront, Swiss Wine™ ships these exclusive alpine treasures directly to the US market. To match our innovative tech-driven philosophy, we proudly offer safe checkout methods, including instant Bitcoin processing over the secure Lightning Network.
