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For the holidays, why not try a very special Swiss wine?

Chasselas, Pinot Noir, Merlot – everyone knows these grape varieties. But thanks to the diversity of Swiss wines, those looking for something special for the festive season will also find it.

Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

Gastronomy

Guests feel in harmony with the vines at this wine spa

La Vigne-Spa in Chexbres is all about the vine: in the glass, in various treatments and thanks to the view of the Lavaux vineyards. Co-founder Christian Jacot-Descombes reveals what makes the offer so special.

Thursday 14 Nov 2024

Wine Tourism

He evokes emotions with his wine recommendations

Sommelier Fabian Mennel prefers to respond to his guests rather than work according to the textbook. This has earned him the title ‘Sommelier of the Year 2025’.

Tuesday 12 Nov 2024

Interview | Gastronomy

She is willing to take risks for her organic wine

Sandrine Caloz runs the Cave Caloz organic family business in Valais. Although the natural way of working has its pitfalls, the oenologist would not want to do without it.

Tuesday 05 Nov 2024

Sustainability | Interview

Fewer sprays in the vineyard thanks to Piwi vines

Fungus-resistant grape varieties, or Piwi for short, are on the rise in Switzerland. What are their advantages? And how do Johanniter, Solaris & Co. compare to the old varieties?

Wednesday 30 Oct 2024

Sustainability

She works in harmony with nature to produce her wine

Francisca Obrecht from the biodynamic Obrecht vineyard in Graubünden explains why her wine doesn't taste the same every year – and what's good about it.

Tuesday 22 Oct 2024

Sustainability