Chateau Constellation Johannisberg de Chamoson

<Originally from the Rhine Valley, Sylvaner is known as Johannisberg in Valais. The second most widely grown white grape variety in the canton, this variety gets its local nickname from Schloss Johannisberg, a Germanic wine castle believed to have produced the first sweet wines. This selection comes from vines that are an average of 45 years old, grown on the rocky terraces of the Chamoson hillside beneath the Haut de Cry massif.

Vinification

Slow, gentle pressing, an initial low-temperature fermentation and several months’ ageing in vats during which malolactic fermentation takes place (50% with and 50% without fermentation) guarantee maximum fatness and roundness while retaining finesse and freshness of flavour.

Robe

Yellow lobe with golden highlights

Nose

The floral and fruity bouquet hints at fresh hazelnuts, almonds and white fruits.

Mouth

The palate is characterised by mineral and toasted almond aromas, with a light note of fresh hazelnuts, a hint of pineapple and a lovely acidity on the finish. The slight bitterness is characteristic for the Chamoson terroir.

Gastronomic pairings

Ideal as an aperitif, Johannisberg goes perfectly with asparagus, fish and soft cheeses.

Medals, awards

• 2013 Gold Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2014
• 2013 Gold Sélection des Vins du Valais, autumn 2014
• 2013 Gold Vinalies Internationales Paris 2015
• 2014 Silver Expovina 2015
• 2014 Silver Vinalies Paris 2016
• 2015 Silver Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2016
• 2015 Silver Sélection des Vins du Valais 2016
• 2015 Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2017
• 2018 Gold Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2019
• 2019 Gold Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2020
• 2019 Silver Sélection des Vins du Valais 2020
• 2020 Gold Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2021