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The most important facts at a glance<\/h2>\n\n
Amigne is an ancient, autochthonous grape variety and grows exclusively in Valais. This is the “home grape” of the municipality of V\u00e9troz, which lies twelve kilometres south of Sion. This is where 70 percent of the grapes grow, the rest in neighbouring communities. Today, the vine is cultivated on 43 hectares and produces around 100,000 litres of wine per year. <\/p>\n\n The Amigne de V\u00e9troz<\/a> is irrevocably linked to bees. Amigne is characterised by its aromas of orange and mandarin and its tangy acidity. Above all, however, it covers the entire spectrum of wine types, from bone-dry to noble sweet. And that’s where the bees come in. So that consumers know what type of wine they are dealing with, the winegrowers of V\u00e9troz have had a logo protected for their products: One bee on the bottle characterises a dry wine, two bees mean semi-sweet, three bees stand for a sweet wine. <\/p>\n\n The word amigne is derived from “vitis amoena”, which means pleasant vine in Latin. It is a direct descendant of the Upper Valais grape Gw\u00e4ss. This was very common in the Middle Ages. No fewer than 80 grape varieties throughout Europe have developed from it through natural cross-breeding (e.g. Chardonnay, Gamay, Riesling, etc.). <\/p>\n\n It is believed that the grapes were introduced to Switzerland by the Romans. However, the variety was first mentioned in 1878 as part of an ampelographic exhibition in Geneva. <\/p>\n\n It has been cultivated in Valais since the 16th century. Varen and its inhabitants are culturally and historically linked to the Gw\u00e4ss. Gw\u00e4ss is still cultivated in the Upper Valais. According to the latest genetic research, it is the oldest grape variety known by name in the world. <\/p>\n\n The grape variety is one of the late-ripening grape varieties, ripening around 30 days after the Fendant. The vines of the Amigne grape variety require special attention from the winegrower, as this grape variety is thin-skinned and sensitive. <\/p>\n\n Thanks to the loose, well-ventilated berries, the grapes can hang on the vine for a long time. Spoiled by the intense sunshine of the late autumn, which is typical of Valais, the winegrowers are able to produce a wonderful, complex and almost oriental sweet wine<\/a> that becomes increasingly noble over time thanks to its great ageing potential. <\/p>\n\n The flavour profile of the Amigne grape is characterised by distinctive aromas and a wide range of fruity notes on the palate. These include citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges, but also notes of exotic fruits such as pineapple, mandarins, mango and apricots. <\/p>\n\n The floral nuances are dominated by white flowers such as jasmine and acacia, which lend the wine an elegant and fragrant dimension. The sweetness of honey can often be found on the palate, especially in the noble sweet varieties. <\/p>\n\n Depending on the flavour, Amigne with its complex aromas is an excellent accompaniment to a fondue or dishes of hearty roast poultry.<\/p>\n\n However, this white wine is just as ideal with light starters, salads and seafood as it is with dishes from Asian cuisine or dishes with foie gras.<\/p>\n\n Dry or slightly sweet versions served with a poultry p\u00e2t\u00e9 are also a fantastic composition. And the dessert wines enhance any type of fruity dessert, such as a tartelette. <\/p>\n\n Here is an overview of important facts about the Amigne grape variety.<\/p>\n\n![\"Amigne](\"https:\/\/www.mathier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/amigne_reblage_unterwallis-1024x576.jpg\")
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<\/figure>\n\nOrigin, origins & significance of the Amigne grape variety<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nCharacteristics of the Amigne white wine variety: Growth, maturity and yield<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nFlavour profile of Amigne: Intense aromas, well-integrated, tangy acidity<\/h2>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\nAmigne and food: The best combinations<\/h2>\n\n
\n\nInteresting facts about the Amigne grape<\/h3>\n\n
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