white grape
Chasselas
High alpine sunshine of Switzerland's Valais terraces.
Known as: Fendant, Chasselas, Gutedel
Chasselas, called Fendant in Switzerland, is the country's most planted white grape, grown on the steep sunny terraces of the Valais.
It makes a refreshingly neutral, mineral white that is a natural partner to fondue and raclette, with a gentle almond note.
For the buyer, Chasselas is alpine simplicity — crisp, clean and inseparable from Swiss mountain cuisine.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Aroma
green applewhite blossomalmond
Flavour
green applewhite flowersalmondgentle honeymineral
Food Pairing
- · raclette
- · fondue
- · lake fish
- · mild cheese
- · light salads
Notable Chasselas Wines
All wines →Curated top picks first, then other wines made from Chasselas.