Amigne
White wine grape variety
Also known as Amigne de Vetroz
Amigne is a white wine grape with signature aromas of orange peel, quince, honey. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chenin Blanc and Gewurztraminer.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for orange-peel and quince/honey notes with a still-fresh acid spine.
- Check profile can show slight sweetness cues without losing structure.
Confidence signals
- Orange-peel quince-honey aromatic profile
- Medium-plus body with fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Valais · Vetroz · Lower Valais
- Classic styles: Valais white from dry to sweet expressions · Aromatic textural white with fresh acid line
Common questions
Is Amigne a red or white grape variety?
Amigne is a white wine grape variety.
What does Amigne smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Amigne include orange peel, quince and honey. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Amigne?
Documented tells for Amigne: Look for orange-peel and quince/honey notes with a still-fresh acid spine. and Check profile can show slight sweetness cues without losing structure..
What is Amigne most often confused with in blind tasting?
Amigne is most commonly confused with Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer and Furmint. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Amigne grown?
Classic regions for Amigne include Valais, Vetroz and Lower Valais.