Veni, Vino, Variety

135 - Étraire de la Dui

Pekka Salokannel Season 1 Episode 135

🍷 Episode 135: Étraire de la Dui – Alpine Soul in a Glass

In this episode, we’re venturing into the alpine foothills of eastern France to uncover the story behind Étraire de la Dui—a rare, rustic red grape with a wild heart and a mysterious past. From its near-extinction to its savory, earthy charm, this grape is the kind of wine lover’s treasure you'll want to get to know.

- Discover the grape’s deep roots in the Savoie region and why it nearly disappeared 
- Learn how Étraire de la Dui tastes and why it’s often compared to both Mondeuse and Pinot Noir 
- Explore the unique alpine terroir that gives it those vibrant herbal-spice notes 
- Find out which foods best match its rustic energy (hint: mushrooms, duck, and raclette) 
- Hear the quirky legend behind the name “milker of the barrel”

If you love discovering hidden gems with serious character, this one’s for you. Subscribe to the show and keep exploring the grapes less traveled—one sip at a time.

6 sec intro

21 sec outro