Humagne Rouge le Premier 750ml

The Humagne Rouge le Premier 2022 is Walliser tavern culture in a glass: juicy, spicy, hearty and with that rough elegance that perfectly matches honest cuisine. A red wine for wooden tables, oven dishes, mountain cheese, dried meat and evenings when one prefers to refill rather than discuss at length.

The nose shows dark cherries, red currants, forest berries and a hint of elderflower. It also features violets, dried herbs, green and black pepper, a touch of underbrush and a fine smoky spice. The aroma is original and appetising: fruit, herbs, earth and spice in a firm handshake.

On the palate, it is dry, juicy and lively. The fruit remains fresh, the acidity adds zest, the tannins provide bite, and the spicy, slightly bitter character immediately makes you crave the next plate. With 12.5% vol., it remains pleasantly drinkable and shows exactly the right balance between character and accessibility.

Humagne Rouge is one of the distinctive red specialties of Valais. The addition of Petit Cornalin refers to its varietal history: Rouge du Pays, also known as Cornalin du Valais, is a parent of this grape. For enjoyment, this simply means: Here is a true Valais original in the glass.

It pairs excellently with Menu Montagnard, vegetable gratin, Valais Cholera, mushroom dishes, dried meat, fried potatoes, cheese dishes, and spicy poultry. It also shines with autumn cuisine featuring herbs, root vegetables, and roasting aromas.

Serving suggestion: enjoy at around 14 °C. Slightly chilled, it remains juicy, spicy, and wonderfully invigorating.

A wine like a good Valais handshake: honest, robust, warm-hearted – and with plenty of character.