Thomas Studach

Alpine precision: Completer, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay from Graubünden's Malanser.

Thomas Studach operates in Malanser, a subregion of Graubünden in the Swiss Alps where cool-climate viticulture yields wines of precision and mineral character. The winery's portfolio centers on three flagship expressions: a Completer that demonstrates the potential of this rare Alpine white variety, a Pinot Noir that captures the elegance characteristic of high-altitude cool-climate reds, and a Chardonnay that reflects the region's capacity for structured, age-worthy whites. Wine Advocate has assessed the range, with the Completer achieving particular distinction among the three. Malanser's continental climate and challenging terrain demand meticulous viticulture; the resulting wines tend toward freshness and definition rather than richness. Thomas Studach's focus on these three varieties—two international classics and one indigenous Swiss grape—positions the winery within Graubünden's tradition of quality-driven, terroir-expressive production.