The 18th century Château de Vullierens and its vineyard, along with the medieval ramparts, the view of the Alps, the 30 hectare park, and the sculpture collection, is a remarkable Swiss heritage site that has been owned by the same family for 700 years. The themed gardens offer visitors important collections of blue forest hyacinths, rhododendrons, peonies, irises (400 varieties), roses, and hemerocallis lilies. The impressive park is home to a collection of international contemporary sculptures (over 90 installations), as well as centuries old trees and a children's trail.
The almost 7 hectare vineyard is being converted to biodynamic methods, and the wines have been awarded the Bud Organic Certificate as well as numerous awards.
The vineyards are planted with Arbane, Chasselas, Chardonnay, Pinoy Meunier, Petit Meslier, Pinot Noir, Gamaret, Garanoir and Galotta.
The estate's wines can be tasted free of charge at the winery, and the historic wine cellars can be visited.
Wine tourism events are offered on a regular basis.
Info & opening hours: www.chateauvullierens.ch
Wines are available in the shop: www.hammel.ch.
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