Wine region of the canton of Vaud

The Chablais wine region covers about 590 hectares in the south-west of Switzerland, between Lake Geneva and the foothills of the Alps. The chalky soils and mild climate, characterised by warm foehn winds, give the wines a pronounced minerality and freshness. Here, the Chasselas in particular displays powerful, slightly salty notes. Famous wine-producing villages include Aigle, Yvorne and Ollon, which, in addition to white wines, also produce expressive reds, mainly from Pinot Noir and Gamay.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, the Lavaux vineyard covers around 800 hectares between Lausanne and Montreux, overlooking the shores of Lake Geneva. Shaped by centuries of terraced cultivation, this unique landscape reflects the harmony between man and nature. Protected by a favourable microclimate, influenced by the reflection of the lake and the optimal sunshine of the hillsides, also known as the ‘three suns’. This refers to the direct sunlight, the reflection of the light by the lake and the heat stored by the dry stone walls.

Lavaux is the birthplace of great white wines, particularly Chasselas, the region's emblematic grape variety. This sloping vineyard, supported by dry stone walls, is testament to ancestral wine-making expertise and produces wines of remarkable finesse and minerality.

The largest wine region in the canton of Vaud extends over some 2,000 hectares along the northern shore of Lake Geneva, between Lausanne and Geneva. The gently rolling hills and limestone soils provide ideal conditions for Chasselas, which develops fresh, fruity and floral notes here. In addition to white wines, remarkable red wines are also produced from Pinot Noir and Gamay. The temperate climate ensures a long ripening period, giving the wines a pleasant elegance and finesse.

Located north of Lake Neuchâtel, the Bonvillars wine region covers around 190 hectares and benefits from calcareous soils and a temperate climate influenced by the lake. The region is known for elegant, mineral Chasselas wines and characterful Pinot Noirs, which impress with their fine structure and spice. Gamay and specialities such as Garanoir complement the range. The appellation extends over several municipalities, including Bonvillars, Concise and Onnens.

This wine region, located between Lausanne and Yverdon-les-Bains, covers around 170 hectares of vineyards. Characterised by clay and limestone soils, both white grape varieties such as Chasselas and red varieties such as Pinot Noir and Gamay thrive here. The wines are characterised by their strength and spiciness, often with earthy notes. The region has a long history and was already known for its viticulture in Roman times, as evidenced by the numerous old wine cellars.