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Chasselas from the Capite plot's reworked glacial moraine soils, grown organically in Gy just outside Geneva. Lively and fresh, with sweet citrus aromas and a mineral edge that lets Switzerland's flagship grape shine in its purest form. Aged quietly in stainless steel to keep the fruit bright and unadorned, this is Chasselas as an invitation to rediscover a grape too often taken for granted. Pour it as an aperitif and let it do the talking...
Anthony Fonjallaz grows this Chasselas on the Capite plot of the Domaine du Chambet, 1.7 hectares of reworked glacial moraine soils in Gy, on Geneva's left bank near the French border. The vines are farmed organically, and the wine is aged entirely in stainless steel to preserve freshness and let the grape express itself without oak influence.
The result is a lively, fresh white with sweet citrus aromas and a distinctly mineral character, true to Chasselas at its most classic. It sits right at the crossroads between traditional Swiss winemaking and the more adventurous cuvées in the Chambet range, making it equally at home introducing newcomers to natural wine and satisfying seasoned drinkers. Certified Bio Suisse, and a bottle built to bring everyone to the table.
The Domaine du Chambet, located in Gy on the border with neighbouring France, is enjoying a second youth since the arrival of Anthony Fonjallaz, the fourth generation to cultivate the family estate. Since 2020 and the launch of the Cuvées Libres, the wines are making their way into cellars and restaurants across Switzerland. Fresh, lively, militant juices that carry the colours of the Geneva terroir high as ever...