Heida
About this grape variety
When we talk about Paien, called Heida in Upper Valais, we’re referring to the Valais name given to the white wine that comes from the Savagnin grape–which is also known as Traminer.
Gewurztraminer is a genetic mutation of this grape. It was at first grown on slopes near Visperterminen, up to 1,100 metres altitude, making these some of the highest vines in Europe.
Today this variety is being more widely planted, in French-speaking Valais as well in German-speaking areas.
Heida
212.5 ha out of 4675 ha, or 4.5%
Tasting profile
179 wine producers cultivate this grape variety
Find a cellarEtymology
Heida means very old, ancient, from pagan times, hence the French translation Païen. In Valais, Heida is identical to Savagnin, whose name may stem from the French word sauvage, meaning wild, referring to the wild vine.
wine cellar(s)
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Sierre
20 wines from this cellar
Imesch Vins
The Imesch Vins estates are made up of old vines, some of which are over 50 years old and yield above-average grape quality.
Corin
12 wines from this cellar
Pierre Robyr
Pierre Robyr has chosen to cultivate his vines organically. This results in deeper and more accomplished wines.
Salquenen
23 wines from this cellar
Domaine de l’Enfer
Strict criteria contributes to the exceptional quality of their various white and red wines, which you can enjoy in their cosy carnotzet.
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