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Non-alcoholic wine in Switzerland: a growing trend

Demand for non-alcoholic wine is on the rise – especially during Dry January. However, the expensive production process is still a hurdle for Swiss winemakers.

Tuesday 14 Jan 2025

Wine know-how

The Neuchâtel ‘Non Filtré’: the first Swiss wine of the year with a twist

The “Non Filtré” from Neuchâtel is the first wine of the year. Its release is a major event in the Swiss wine-making calendar.

Tuesday 07 Jan 2025

Wine know-how | Event

The best food and wine pairings with Swiss Christmas classics

Marc Almert, 33, is head sommelier at the Hotel Baur au Lac in Zurich and at Baur au Lac Vins. The former world sommelier champion knows exactly what to look for when it comes to pairing food and wine.

Tuesday 17 Dec 2024

Interview | Gastronomy

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Wine events

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15Jan 2025

Three Lakes | Neuchâtel | Tasting

Non Filtré Neuchâtel: public tasting

Neuchâtel Non Filtré is the first wine of the year, giving impatient wine connoisseurs a taste of the new vintage that was harvested the previous autumn. This typical Neuchâtel wine is made from Chasselas grapes that have already finished fermenting when they are bottled unfiltered at the beginning of January. In 2025, the speciality will celebrate its 50th anniversary. To mark the occasion, Neuchâtel Vins et Terroir is offering a public tasting of the 2024 vintage: Non Filtré Festival in La Chaux-de-Fonds Programme: tasting followed by an after-party with bar and food Date: Wednesday 15 January 2025 Time of event: 5 p. m. to midnight Location of event: Anciens Abattoirs, La Chaux-de-Fonds Price of admission: 15 francs Free shuttles : There are free round-trip shuttles between Neuchâtel and La Chaux-de-Fonds every 30 minutes from 4:30 p. m. to midnight Roadshow through German-speaking Switzerland In spring, a major Non Filtré roadshow will be taking place in German-speaking Switzerland, with the following dates and locations: 24 March: Zurich 25 March: Basel 26 March: Solothurn 27 March: Bern 28 March: Fribourg For more information, please click here .

27-02Feb-Mar2025

German-speaking Switzerland | Zurich | Tasting

Swiss Wine Festival 2025

Experience the pleasure of Swiss wine in all its diversity. From 27 February to 2 March 2025, the Eulachhallen in Winterthur will be the meeting place for wine lovers. The SWISS WINE FESTIVAL 2025 offers a unique opportunity to discover and taste over 1000 Swiss wines from 80 winemakers in all six Swiss wine-producing regions. Immerse yourself in the diversity of Swiss wine culture, engage in stimulating conversations with experts and be inspired. In a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere, you can order your new favourite wines on the spot and have them conveniently delivered to your home. Accompanied by culinary delicacies and the finest Swiss music, every day of the festival will be a special experience. Free masterclasses Deepen your knowledge of Swiss wine. Exciting masterclasses await you at the SWISS WINE FESTIVAL 2025. Swiss wine regions and wine villages will be presented, different types of wine will be showcased and the special features of specific terroirs will be highlighted. Participation is free of charge. It's worth being there to gain fascinating insights into Switzerland's wine country from experienced Swiss wine professionals. What's more, exclusive gourmet boxes of Swiss wines will be raffled off every day of the festival. Opening hours 27 February to 2 March 2025 Thursday: 5pm - 9pm Friday: 5pm - 9pm Saturday: 1pm - 9pm Sunday: 1pm - 6pm Admission CHF 10 You will receive a tasting glass in return for a deposit of CHF 10. Entry from 18 years of age.

24-28Mar 2025

German-speaking Switzerland | Tasting

Neuchâtel Wines Roadshow

Neuchâtel Vins et Terroir invites you to discover the world of Neuchâtel wines. During a roadshow through German-speaking Switzerland, Neuchâtel winemakers will present their wines at exclusive wine tastings in five cities. The producers will offer up to six wines from their range, including the famous Neuchâtel Non Filtré. Admission to the wine tasting costs CHF 10, including a glass that you can keep as a souvenir. If you buy CHF 50 worth of wine, the entrance fee will be refunded. The roadshow cities Zurich – 24/03/2025 from 4 p. m. to 8 p. m. Basel – 25 March 2025 from 4 p. m. to 8 p. m. Solothurn – 26 March 2025 from 4 p. m. to 8 p. m. Bern – 27 March 2025 from 5 p. m. to 9 p. m. Freiburg – 28 March 2025 from 5 p. m. to 9 p. m.

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