Les Celliers de Sion Petite Arvine 2023 (Switzerland)

Description

Les Celliers de Sion Petite Arvine 2023 750ml

Alpine. Precise. A beautifully expressive Petite Arvine from the heart of Valais.
The 2023 Les Celliers de Sion Petite Arvine showcases one of Switzerland’s most iconic white grapes, grown on steep, terraced vineyards in the Valais. Petite Arvine thrives in this dramatic alpine landscape, producing a wine known for its vibrant aromatics, mineral tension, and elegant texture. The 2023 vintage continues this tradition with purity, finesse, and unmistakable mountain character.

• Producer: Les Celliers de Sion
• Region: Valais AOC, Switzerland
• Varietal: Petite Arvine
• ABV: 13.5%
• Style: Dry, aromatic, alpine white wine
• Soils: Schist and granite terraces (high elevation 750-850m)
• Winemaking: Stainless steel fermentation, native yeasts, no malolactic fermentation; aged 5-6 months on lees

Tasting Notes

Nose: Peach, apricot, banana, and hints of flint and minerality.
Palate: Elegant stone fruit, citrus, and subtle tropical notes with a soft, full-bodied texture and alpine freshness.
Finish: Long, refined, and mineral-driven with excellent purity.

Why You’ll Love It

• Classic Petite Arvine profile: aromatic, mineral, and beautifully textured
• High-elevation vineyards deliver precision and freshness
• Lees aging adds depth without sacrificing vibrancy
• One of Switzerland’s most celebrated white wine styles

Food Pairing

• Vegetarian dishes and herb-driven salads
• Poultry or roasted chicken
• Mushroom dishes or creamy risotto
• Mild and soft cheeses such as raclette or Brie

Occasions

• Alpine-inspired dinners
• Wine tastings featuring unique European varietals
• Perfect white for fans of mineral-driven, aromatic wines

Les Celliers de Sion Petite Arvine 2023 is a precise, aromatic, and beautifully mineral Swiss white – capturing the purity of Valais’ mountain terroir and the elegance of one of its most treasured grapes.