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
181 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 cellars
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Pont-de-la-Morge
15 wines from this cellar
Domaine Thierry Constantin
Since 1995, Thierry Constantin has loved to produce a unique wine, a reflection of its vintage, offering emotions and sharing.
Savièse
19 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.
Salquenen
27 wines from this cellar
Johanniterkellerei - Kuonen & Grichting
Their fine wines produced from grapes grown in the sunniest region of Switzerland are vinified and bottled with great care.
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