Grape Variety
Diolinoir
"dee-oh-lee-NWAHR"
Wine Styles
Sparkling
Light White
Full White
Aromatic
Rosé
Light Red
Medium Red
Full Red
DessertAbout Diolinoir
Origin
Pully, Vaud, Switzerland
History
Diolinoir is a red grape variety developed in 1970 by André Jaquinet at the Caudoz research center in Pully, Switzerland. It is a cross between Pinot Noir and Rouge de Diolly (also known as Robin Noir), created to produce wines with intense color and structure, suitable for improving Swiss red blends. Over time, it has gained recognition as a varietal wine, particularly in the Valais region.
Appearance
Small, spherical berries with blue-black skin, forming medium-sized, elongated, and tight clusters.
Growing Traits
Diolinoir is a vigorous and fruitful vine with good resistance to rot. It ripens around the same time as Pinot Noir and Gamay, making it suitable for alpine climates. To express its full potential, it requires careful yield management and is ideally harvested at full maturity.
Wine Characteristics
Body
4/5
Sweetness
1/5
Tannin
4/5
Acidity
3/5
Alcohol
3/5
Medium to full-bodied with a deep, dark color and a harmonious balance of fruit and tannins. Typically dry, focusing on ripe black fruit flavors with minimal residual sugar. Moderate to high tannin levels, providing structure and depth, making it suitable for aging. Moderate acidity, contributing to a balanced and approachable profile. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 12% and 14%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
Taste Profile
Blackberry
Black Cherry
Violet
Spice
Earthy
Diolinoir wines are characterized by deep dark color with violet reflections and intense fruit flavors, such as blackberry and black cherry. The palate often reveals subtle spice and earthy undertones, balanced by moderate acidity and firm tannins, leading to a smooth and harmonious finish.
Food Pairing
Diolinoir's rich fruit flavors and firm tannins make it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with wild game (deer, roe deer, wild boar), red meat matured on the bone, and rich desserts based on chocolate, red fruits, or candied fruits.
Growing Regions
Switzerland
ValaisVaudGerman-speaking SwitzerlandThree LakesGenevaTicino
Italy
Aosta ValleySouth Tyrol
Notable Wines & Producers
Diolinoir Évêché
Les Domaines Provins SA
Diolinoir L'Enfer de la Passion
Domaine Histoire d’Enfer SA
Rosso dei Ronchi
Cantina Monti
Diolinoir FAQ
Common questions about this grape variety
What is the origin of Diolinoir?
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Pully, Vaud, Switzerland
Is Diolinoir wine full bodied?
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Diolinoir has a body level of 4 out of 5. Which means that Diolinoir is Moderate to Full bodied.
Is Diolinoir wine dry or sweet?
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Diolinoir has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Diolinoir is Dry.
Where is Diolinoir wine from?
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Pully, Vaud, Switzerland
Where is Diolinoir grown?
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Diolinoir is grown in Switzerland (Valais, Vaud, German-speaking Switzerland, Three Lakes, Geneva, Ticino)Italy (Aosta Valley, South Tyrol).
What is Diolinoir like?
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Diolinoir wines are characterized by deep dark color with violet reflections and intense fruit flavors, such as blackberry and black cherry. The palate often reveals subtle spice and earthy undertones, balanced by moderate acidity and firm tannins, leading to a smooth and harmonious finish.
What does Diolinoir pair with?
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Diolinoir's rich fruit flavors and firm tannins make it a versatile partner for various dishes. It pairs well with wild game (deer, roe deer, wild boar), red meat matured on the bone, and rich desserts based on chocolate, red fruits, or candied fruits.
What does Diolinoir taste like?
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Diolinoir wines are characterized by deep dark color with violet reflections and intense fruit flavors, such as blackberry and black cherry. The palate often reveals subtle spice and earthy undertones, balanced by moderate acidity and firm tannins, leading to a smooth and harmonious finish.
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