Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Alpine Roots Humagne Rouge 2023, AOC Valais, Switzerland 🇨🇭

Overview
100% Humagne Rouge, an indigenous Alpine variety from the Valais region of Switzerland. Grown in steep mountain vineyards with strong sun exposure and cool alpine influence. A terroir-driven wine that reflects the purity, freshness, and rustic charm of Swiss mountain viticulture.

Aromas & Flavors
Wild dark berries, red currant, cocoa powder, subtle dried herbs, and a touch of alpine earthiness. The fruit remains fresh while savory tones begin to emerge with air.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium body with soft edges and refined rusticity. Gentle tannins and bright acidity keep the wine lively and approachable. A textured palate that leans savory rather than fruit-heavy.

Food Pairings
Charcuterie, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, alpine cheeses, lamb sausages, or herb-driven Mediterranean dishes.

Verdict
Distinctive and surprisingly charming. A wine that doesn’t try to imitate global varieties but instead celebrates its mountain identity. Approachable, food-friendly, and quietly intriguing.

Did You Know?
Humagne Rouge is native to the Swiss Alps and thrives in the steep terraces of Valais, where intense sunlight and cool mountain nights help maintain freshness and aromatic clarity.

🍷 Personal Pick
A wonderful curveball wine. Rustic, cocoa-tinged, and incredibly food friendly, the kind of bottle that makes people ask, “Wait… Switzerland makes wine?” — a month ago

Robert Irani

9.7

In gruyere — 3 years ago

Romain Fitoussi

8.9

Discovery of the red Humagne grape variety 🇨🇭which produces medium bodied wines. Rustic and flowery. Medium ruby ​​color, beautiful brilliant shine.
Nose mixing red fruit, gentian, notes of almonds, bacon, and terroir. In the mouth we discover specific, herbaceous and animal notes which support a discreet aging and aromas of tangy red fruits. Autumn wine that will accompany game birds and fatty butter-based sauces

Découverte du cépage Humagne rouge qui produit des vins moyennement corsé, à la fois rustic et délicatement fleuri. Robe rubis moyenne, bel éclat brillant.
Nez mêlant fruit rouges, gentiane, notes d’amandes, lardées, et terroir.. En bouche on découvre des notes spécifiques, herbacées et animales qui viennent soutenir un élevage discret et les arômes de fruits rouges acidulés. Vin d’automne fréquemment associé aux gibiers à plume et sauces grasses à base de beurre. — 5 years ago

Vin d’Ottawa

9.2

I have FINALLY tried wine from the rare Humange Rouge grape, grown deep in the Swiss Alps, and it did not disappoint.

Black cherry and Cranberry to start before settling into a herbal and lightly mineral finish. The way it twists from one into the other is beautiful. — 7 months ago

with Gillian

Aleksei Snitsarenko

9.0

Otlichnoe vino. Mozhet chut osobennosti ne hvataet — 2 years ago

Guilluy Maxence

9.0

Light Swiss wine, fruity, red light fruits 👌 — 3 years ago

Fabio Franchella

9.1

Himbeer, zwetschgen, tabak, leicht holzig, seidige leicht tannine, pilze, Delicious! — 9 months ago

Rolf Bigler

9.2

Preis: CHF 130.- — a year ago

Fabio Franchella

9.2

Teerig, dunkelfruchtig, mittlere tannine und säure, hauch komplexität. Sehr schöner überraschungswein! — 2 years ago

Raun Kupiec

9.0

This is not a straight Cornalin, it is an assemblage. « Assemblage de cépages nobles, Elevé en foudre de chêne suisse» and in Swiss oak rather than French. The Cornalin and Humane Rouge blend well with the Syrah. There is a spicyness that leads to a soft but medium long finish. — 6 years ago

with Barbara