29-28Aug-Sep2024
Chasselas on tour 2024
Dézaley, Yvorne, Féchy, Fendant or Gutedel - all these names are associated with Chasselas. The Chasselas grape variety has undergone a qualitative revolution in recent years and has become an insider's secret for wine experts and connoisseurs alike. With its elegance and finesse, this typically French-speaking grape variety is now winning over the whole world. At the ‘Mondial du Chasselas 2024’ wine competition, 740 wines from Switzerland, Germany, France and the United States were anonymously tasted by a team of judges and awarded prizes in 5 categories. The Association pour la Promotion du Chasselas invites you to discover the best white wines from this year's competition at 6 emblematic venues in French-speaking Switzerland. Dates of the event Thursday 29 August 5-8pm at Château d'Auvernier (NE) Friday 30 August at Château de Châtagneréaz in Essertines-sur-Rolle (VD) Saturday 7 September, 5pm-7pm at Château de Villa in Sierre (VS) Saturday 14 September, 5pm-8pm at the Pressoir de Russin (GE) Sunday, 22 September, 10am-1pm at Château d'Aigle (VD); the tasting will be followed by a tavolata with brunch (fee payable) Saturday 28 September, 10am-12pm at Place Pestalozzi in Yverdon (VD) Entry Free of charge
05Oct 2024
From vineyard to banquet: wine tourism tour
«From vineyard to banquet» tasting tour: This extraordinary tour opens the doors to the château’s vineyards. Steeped in history, you’ll discover the terroir of “Clos de Chillon”, our award-winning Grand Cru. Make your way back to the cellars of the Lake Geneva fortress, passing through the washrooms and banqueting halls. The history of wine and its impact on the lives of medieval people will delight your senses. At the end of the tour, extend the experience with a convivial moment and taste the white and red “Clos de Chillon”, accompanied by appetizers prepared by Café Byron. Time of the event Departure at 10:30, start of the tour in the vineyard, Quai Alfred
