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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Ayent
15 wines from this cellar
Cave François et Mathieu Constantin
The operation will expand over time but the quality and service of the Constantin family will always be their priority.
Savièse
22 wines from this cellar
La Petite Saviésanne
In 2016, Gaël Roten had the opportunity to return to his hometown and take over the La Petite Saviésanne winery.
Sierre
17 wines from this cellar
Domaine des Crêtes - J. Vocat & Fils
This unique terroir, combined with the Sierre micro-climate, ensures the specificity, originality and authenticity of the wines produced, aged and bottled.
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