COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Païen
PRODUCER
Cave Valentina Andrei
REGION
Valais
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Païen Valentina Andrei 2020 is a white wine from the AOC Valais region of Switzerland, produced by Cave Valentina Andrei. It is made from the Païen grape, an indigenous variety native to the Swiss Alps. Valentina Andrei is recognized for her dedication to reviving old and forgotten grape varieties of the Valais. Her winemaking philosophy emphasizes respect for the land, ancestral traditions, and the expression of terroir, often working with vines on steep slopes. The vineyard is situated in Pepiat, Les Prix in Leytron, on clay-schist soils, with vines ranging from 42 to 64 years old. The producer's approach is deeply rooted in ecological viticultural practices and natural methods, with a focus on revealing the unique character of the grape and its origin.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€36
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Païen is also known as Heida or Savagnin Blanc.
Fact 02
Vines for this wine are between 42 and 64 years old.
Fact 03
The vineyard is located on clay-schist soils in Pepiat, Les Prix in Leytron.
Fact 04
Valentina Andrei largely works biodynamically, following the lunar calendar.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Païen Valentina Andrei begins with maceration, followed by a gentle and long pressing. Fermentation is carried out spontaneously using indigenous yeasts, and malolactic fermentation is also employed. The wine is subsequently aged in a combination of barrels and tanks. Valentina Andrei's approach is characterized by advanced viticulture, largely biodynamic practices, and a commitment to minimal intervention, including the use of minimal sulfur. The producer emphasizes ecological methods and natural processes throughout the winemaking journey, aiming to reveal the terroir and varietal typicity.
