Gamaret

red

Moderate climate

A 1970 crossing of Gamay and Reichensteiner from the Agroscope research station in Pully (Vaud). Structured fruit with Pinot-like elegance; backbone of modern Romandie reds, often blended with Pinot Noir or as a varietal.

Drinks well from 3-10 years.

Climate

Moderate

Regions

2 regions

Color

red

Typical Structure & Aromas

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

Structure

Body

Moderate

Tannins

Firm

Sweetness

Off-dry

Acidity

Crisp

OakCommon

Aromas

Young

black cherry blackberry sweet spice violet white pepper

Aged

cedar leather dark chocolate tobacco dried herb

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Where Gamaret grows

Switzerland

Geneva

A Geneva-born crossing (1970, Agroscope Pully) of Gamay × Reichensteiner; structured red with dark fruit

Vaud

Used in Salvagnin blends to add structure to Pinot Noir and Gamay

Food Pairings

lamb

beef

hard cheese

charcuterie

mushroom

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