WineGuessrAOC · White
Where is Fendant wine from?
Fendant is a white wine from Sion, in Valais, Switzerland. It is an AOC wine made from Chasselas.
Fendant at a glance
| Classification | AOC |
|---|---|
| Appellation | Valais AOC |
| Style | White wine |
| Grape | Chasselas |
| Village or town | Sion |
| Region | Valais |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Coordinates | 46.2311, 7.3594 |
Fendant
Sion, Valais, Switzerland
AOC
The Valais name for Chasselas
- Appellation
- Valais AOC
- Grapes
- Chasselas
Fendant is the name used in the canton of Valais for Chasselas, a grape that genetic studies trace to western Switzerland. Valais is the largest wine canton in Switzerland, with vineyards climbing the sunny slopes of the Rhône valley around Sion. Fendant is the classic wine to drink with raclette and fondue.
Producers to know
- Provins
- Jean-René Germanier
- Robert Gilliard
- Domaine du Mont d'Or
Fendant: questions and answers
Where is Fendant wine from?
Fendant is a white wine from Sion, in Valais, Switzerland. It is an AOC wine made from Chasselas.
Which country is Fendant from?
Fendant is from Switzerland, in the Valais wine region.
What grape is Fendant made from?
Fendant is made from Chasselas.
Is Fendant a red or a white wine?
Fendant is a white wine.
Who are the best producers of Fendant?
Producers to know include Provins, Jean-René Germanier, Robert Gilliard and Domaine du Mont d'Or.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org
Last reviewed October 2026.