Portrait of Nicolas Jacquier
i. Biography
Oenologist Nicolas Jacquier works at Cave de Bovanche in Ardon. His practice joins cellar and vineyard work rather than separating them: "I cannot be only a cellar master/oenologist or only a viticulturist; what I like very much is the conjunction of the two jobs."
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At a Glance - Current role: oenologist. - Recognition: Gault & Millau Rookie of the Year, 2022. - Specialty: "I am a big fan of Cornalin, a native grape variety of Valais." - Working principle: "What I like is having total control of the process, from the vine to the bottle, in order to express a terroir in a grape variety or in a wine."
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Nicolas's signature wines include Les Grands Nobles 2023.
In Their Words “What I like is having total control of the process, from the vine to the bottle, in order to express a terroir in a grape variety or in a wine.” “I cannot be only a cellar master/oenologist or only a viticulturist; what I like very much is the conjunction of the two jobs.”
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What is Nicolas Jacquier's current role?
As of 2026, Nicolas Jacquier is Oenologist.
What is Nicolas Jacquier known for?
Cornalin.
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