Charmont is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Vaud and Valais, Switzerland.
Structurally it lands at light body, no tannin, medium-low acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for citrus, vegetal and aromatic.
The regions that matter for it are Vaud and Valais.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening and productive vigour.
It blends readily with Chasselas.
Watch for the synonyms: Pully 1-33.
At the table it suits wild mushroom pie, veal stroganoff and seared scallops with ginger.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Pully 1-33.
Bottles to look for.
- Nauer Stadtberger Charmont, Aargau, Switzerland
- Olivier Ducret Chardonne Charmont, Vaud, Switzerland
Charmont: common questions
01.What does Charmont taste like?+
02.Where is Charmont from?+
03.Where is Charmont grown?+
04.What food pairs with Charmont?+
05.What else is Charmont called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Switzerland.