History:

Wine production in Savoie dates back to antiquity. Roman authors such as Pliny the Elder and Columella mentioned the area's wines and the local Celtic people (the Allobroges) cultivating vines as early as the 1st century BC.

Soil and Climate:

Savoie's vineyards are often located on mountain slopes with diverse soils, including limestone, schist, and moraine deposits. The climate is continental with Alpine influences, characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Proximity to lakes such as Lake Geneva and Lake Bourget moderates temperatures and reduces the risk of frost.

Grape Varieties:

Savoie is renowned for its unique, local grape varieties:​

• White grapes: Jacquère, Altesse (also known as Roussette), Roussanne (locally called Bergeron), Chasselas, and the rare Gringet. 

• Red grapes: Mondeuse, Persan, and Gamay. 

These grapes thrive in the cool climate, producing wines with freshness and minerality.​