Valais wine and Swiss wine producer | Domaine Jean-René Germanier

Welcome to the domaine

Welcome to the domaine.

A passion for wine since 1896

Gilles Besse and Jean-René Germanier are pleased to welcome you to their Domaine and invite you to explore their passion.

Their joint passion for wine and its « terroir » finds full expression in the exceptional crus that have shaped the Domaine’s outstanding reputation.

Enjoy the visit!

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OUR WINES.

2 approaches, same pleasure

LES CLASSIQUES AOC VALAIS

Our “classique” selection puts the identity of the varietal in the forefront and is dedicated to the search for elegance in simplicity. Produced by traditional methods of vinification, the wines are a tribute to the respect for terroir and the characteristic features of each variety in fruit and freshness.

LES RÉSERVES

These are wines at their highest level of character and expression. Only the best vineyards, capable of yielding the most noble and concentrated fruit, are selected. Vinification in oak barrels lends them all the complexity and aging potential of wines worthy of the finest occasions.

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VINEYARDS.

Close to nature

STATE-OF-THE-ART VITICULTURE, SIDE-BY-SIDE WITH NATURE

Out of love for the art of winemaking quality is our highest priority. The commitment to quality is also one to wines of pronounced character, which means a voluntary limitation of yield per vine. We are constantly in search of innovative methods, of the true character of our terroirs, of forgotten varieties awaiting rediscovery.

Each of our vineyard parcels receives regular, individual care, above all in the fall in order to fix the date of harvest, the pivotal moment for the future character of our wines.

We also believe that the care of our vineyards must seek the highest quality grapes while also observing the greatest respect for the environment. For this reason we were among the pioneers in the introduction of integrated production fifteen years ago. This method guarantees the sustainable use of chemical intervention.

Today we remain in the vanguard of viticultural practice in harmony with the environment such as planting grass between the rows of vines. For the last five years, we have likewise maintained three estates that are cultivated according to the norms of the label Bio Suisse.

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THE CELLAR.

Visit and tasting

THE DOMAIN AND ITS CELLAR, PLACES LOADED WITH HISTORY

Our Domaine is located in Balavaud, a hamlet of the comune of Vétroz situated at the heart of the Valais and the Rhone Valley, famous for its warm, dry microclimate in the summer months. Our imposing wine cellar and other facilities for winemaking, aging and bottling greet visitors at the entrance to the village and are open for tour by appointment.

A site of particular interest and well worth a detour is the ancient centennial vaulted cellar where our earliest vintages were pressed in 1896. Today this splendid hall steeped in history and emotion is entirely dedicated to the fascination of the world of wine. The cellar is equipped to accommodate groups of up to thirty and offers ideal conditions for wine-tasting in authentic traditional surroundings. Under normal weather conditions it maintains normal business hours in order to allow wine-loving visitors to stop and discover our wines with a leisurely tasting in a uniquely appropriate setting. Our cellar is open by appointment from Monday to Saturday for groups of at least 10 people.


OPENING TIMES

Monday to Saturday : cellar open on request for minimum 10 people
Sunday : Closed

VALAISAN APERITIF

  • Guided tour of the wine cellar with commented tasting of 6 wines ( 3 classiques and 3 réserves)
  • Aperitif Platter

Fr. 25.00


RACLETTE unlimited

  • Guided tour of the wine cellar with commented tasting of 6 wines ( 3 classiques and 3 réserves)
  • Valaisan platter
  • Raclette unlimited
  • Home-made dessert with pear William syrup and parfait à la Williamine, coffee, eau-de-vie

Fr. 65.00


“FONDUE GLAREYARDE” with spicy meat

  • Guided tour of the wine cellar with commented tasting of 6 wines (3 classiques and 3 réserves)
  • Salad with Grand-Saint-Bernard crust pâté
  • Fondue Glareyarde with Fendant rice (home-made bouillon and 5 sauces)
  • Home-made dessert with pear William syrup and parfait à la Williamine, coffee, eau-de-vie

Fr. 75.00


BRISOLÉE ROYALE

  • Guided tour of the wine cellar with commented tasting of 6 wines (3 classiques and 3 réserves
  • Roasted chestnuts
  • Valaisan platter
  • Selection of cheeses
  • Home-made dessert with pear William syrup and parfait à la Williamine, coffee, eau-de-vie
Back in autumn 2023 (mid-October to mid-November) !
 

Fr. 60.00


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Nous visiter

VISIT US.

How to find us?

Jean-René Germanier Balavaud

Route Cantonale 291

1963 Vétroz - Suisse









Wine shop & Tasting

Monday to Tuesday: 08:00 - 12:00 and 13:30 - 17:30

Friday: 08:00 - 12:00 and 13:30 - 18:30

Saturday: 10:30 - 17:00



The Cellar, winery tour and tasting

On request for groups of more than 10 people



Reservation

by email info@jrgermanier.ch

by phone +41 27 346 12 16

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