Chablais (Vaud)
Chablais, the western gateway to the Alps
The Chablais AOC vineyard is located at the bottom of the Vaudois Alps and, at more than 590 hectares, makes up approximately 15% of the entire Vaud wine region. As opposed to other vineyards in the area, the Chablais benefits from a distinct microclimate that gives its white wines a characteristic mineral note and its reds considerable personality. Chasselas grapes are the most plentiful in the region, as they best reflect the terroir. Other whites and reds such as Pinot Noir, Gamay, Garanoir, Gamaret, and Merlot also play an important role. The hot and dry climate paired with the limestone soils composed of alluvium, moraine, or even gypsum provide structure and minerality to the wines.
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Chablais Information
| Key info | |||
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| Area | 590 ha | ||
| Distribution | 68% white, 32% red | ||
| Climate | Mild and fairly dry | ||
| Soils | Limestone-rich alluvial and moraine soil, which can also contain gypsum |
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| Cultivation | Terraces and walled parcels | ||
| Source | www.vins-chablais.ch |
Chablais Grapes
| Grapes (white) | Area | Share of region |
|---|---|---|
| Chasselas - indigenous | 63% |
| Grapes (red) | Area | Share of region |
|---|---|---|
| Pinot Noir | 17% | |
| Gamay | 8% | |
| Gamaret | 3% | |
| Merlot | 2% |
Our selection of Chablais producers
In no particular order, we have selected for you the following wineries for the quality of their wines and/or their hospitality.
| Estate | Address | Website | |
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| DOMAINE DE LA PIERRE LATINE |
Les Rennauds, 1853 Yvorne (VD) |
www.pierre-latine.com |
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| CHȂTEAU MAISON BLANCHE | Château Maison Blanche 3, 1853 Yvorne (VD) |
www.maison-blanche.ch |
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| HENRI BADOUX | Route d'Ollon 8, 1860 Aigle (VD) |
www.henri-badoux.ch |