The Taste of Switzerland -- SEMBRANCHER The picturesque Swiss village of Sembrancher sits at the junction of two idyllic valleys and blends harmoniously into the wild and unspoilt natural landscape. To the west of the village rises majestically Mont Catogne, whose volcano-like shape is known worldwide. This peak of the Valais Alps, proudly perched at 2598 metres above sea level, enchants with its incomparable beauty.Amidst this breathtaking backdrop springs the Sembrancher mineral water, a precious elixir that gushes from an artesian well in the mountain flanks. This amazing water saw the light of day in 2008 after wandering more than 55 metres deep in the earth on its gentle journey through the bowels of the majestic granite pyramid. It is extracted gently and at its own pace, without any mechanical pumping, reckless extraction or chemical processing - a truly artesian spring of exceptional purity.The history of this water dates back to 1239, when the first inhabitants of Sembrancher discovered its outstanding flavourful properties and tastelessness, as well as its positive effects on their health. Since then, Sembrancher has become one of the most renowned springs in Switzerland.In 2002, the municipal council of Sembrancher commissioned the prestigious hydrogeological office ALPGEO in Sierre to carry out a thorough investigation and certification of the Sembrancher mineral water. After numerous geological studies and the necessary analyses, the company Sembrancher S.A. was finally commissioned in autumn 2008 and was granted the exclusive right to use this precious water.Only 1% of the natural spring water is bottled, demonstrating the Société des Eaux Minérales de Sembrancher S.A.'s ongoing and sustainable respect for people, ecosystems and the environment.Sembrancher is a proud member of the Fine Water Society and was awarded several medals at the Fine Water Summit in Athens in 2023. Back in 2018, this exceptional water received the prestigious AVPA Gourmet Award in Silver. Born in the heart of the Valais mountains, Swiss water is extracted in Sembrancher from the St Etienne spring, which has been famous for 800 years. The experience. The pairing recommendations of the Water Sommelier Union: As a low mineralised water with a harmonious sensory character, Sembrancher is the ideal companion to highlight finely balanced and delicately spiced dishes or drinks and give them the space they need. Pairing with wine:Its neutral character makes Sembrancher the ideal companion for high-quality wines from different wine styles, which can fully develop their aroma. In particular, this water is ideal for medium-strong and strong red wines or cuvées with barrique ageing, as well as for wines with a higher alcohol content and strong tannins. Thus, this water goes perfectly with classic French Bordeaux wines from the most renowned chateaux as well as with the world-famous Pinot Noir Grand Crus from Burgundy such as Romanée-Conti. It also makes an elegant correspondence with mature Italian majestic Barolos from Piedmont as well as with the cult wines from Tuscany, the so-called Supertuscans such as Sassicaia and Tignanello. Not to forget the exquisite accompaniment to French vintage Champagne, whose elegant mousseux is fully appreciated the still water. With coffee:Because of its softness, this still water is an excellent companion for coffees with very pronounced aromas. In any case, the coffee retains its characteristic aroma. Especially coffees like the renowned Jamaica Blue Mountain, Hawaii Kona or Kopi Luwak benefit from the neutrality and can fully develop their exquisite taste. For cappuccino and latte, the creamy mouthfeel is supported and enhanced by Sembrancher. Basis for tea:The fine mineralisation of the water is also an excellent basis for preparing tea. Especially high quality and fine tea specialities from Darjeeling like Silver Tips Imperial from Makaibari Estate or high quality Oolongs like Imperial Grade Tieguanyin can develop their flowery aroma very well. Food pairing:Sembrancher goes perfectly with dishes of classic international cuisine or fusion cuisine, as its harmonious mineralisation elegantly and unobtrusively underlines the character of the food. Whether with light and fluffy dishes or with hearty and spicy dishes, Sembrancher is always a good choice with its versatility and refreshes the palate perfectly. It is a good companion to meat and fish dishes of all kinds. It also harmonises well with creamy desserts and makes them a special treat with its fine character. FINE LIQUIDS has been distributing Sembrancher exclusively in Europe since September 2023. 375ml 1 glass bottle still Balance Virginity Very good Minerality Low Orientation Neutral Hardness - Vintage Carbonisation - TDS 201 mg/l ph-factor 7.56 Hardness 140 mg/l Nitrate 0.95 mg/l Calcium 40 mg/l Magnesium 10 mg/l Sodium 3 mg/l Potassium - Silicic acid - Bicarbonate 116 mg/l Sulphate 30 mg/l Chloride 2 mg/l Case of 6 Text Patrick Eckert, FINE LIQUIDS | Sources: Own research & Manufacturer's website
Products specifications
| Bottle Volume (ml) | 375ml |
| Bottle material | Glass |
| Water type | Still |
