Chasselas is a delicate white grape variety most closely associated with Switzerland, particularly the Vaud and Valais regions, where it produces light, subtly aromatic wines often enjoyed with fondue or lake fish. Known for its gentle acidity and soft texture, Chasselas expresses terroir with remarkable clarity, showing mineral notes on limestone soils and rounder fruit on more fertile sites. Though largely overlooked internationally, it is also grown in parts of France’s Savoie and Alsace, as well as in Germany (as Gutedel). Chasselas is prized not for power but for nuance, offering refreshing, food-friendly wines with quiet charm and a strong sense of place.
