Maison Gilliard: Syrah

While Syrah is famously associated with the Northern Rhône, it has quietly found a remarkable second home in the Alpine vineyards of Valais. Here, amid steep slopes and dramatic diurnal shifts, Maison Gilliard crafts a Syrah that rivals its French counterparts — refined, precise, and distinctly Swiss.

What sets Swiss Syrah apart is altitude. Grown at elevations that push the grape to its edge, the result is a wine of extraordinary depth and restraint — rich in flavor, yet never heavy. Maison Gilliard’s expression is a masterclass in balance: bold and structured, but always elegant.

Maison Gilliard’s Syrah proves that world-class red wine doesn’t only come from the great appellations. Sometimes, it’s born in the shadows of snow-capped peaks. Swiss Syrah isn’t just worth discovering, it’s redefining what great Syrah can be.

Bouquet: Seductive aromas of violet, ripe blackberry, dark plum, and black pepper, layered with hints of graphite, leather, and alpine herbs.

Palate: Full-bodied yet finely tuned, with polished tannins and a refined structure. Flavors of black cherry, licorice, and spice unfurl across the palate, finishing long with notes of cracked pepper and cool mountain minerality.

Pairings: An exceptional companion to grilled meats, braised lamb, aged cheeses, and hearty stews. Its structure and spice also stand up beautifully to game dishes and slow-cooked fare.