Cornalin

Red

Cool climate

Rare Swiss red from the Valais. Deeply colored, spicy, rustic. Notoriously difficult to grow, low yields.

Best at 3-8 years. Tannins soften nicely with time.

Climate

Cool

Regions

1 region

Color

Red

Typical Structure & Aromas

Typical profile for this variety. Style varies by region, climate, and winemaking.

Structure

Body

Moderate

Tannins

Integrated

Sweetness

Dry

Acidity

Crisp

OakTypically aged in large neutral oak

Aromas

Young

Cherry Raspberry Violet Black Pepper

Aged

Leather Dried Herbs Smoke

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Where Cornalin grows

Switzerland

Valais

Rare, deeply colored, spicy. Thrives on steep south-facing slopes

Food Pairings

Raclette

Viande séchée

Game

Alpine cheeses

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