Click on the video symbol above and hear first-hand from winemaker Rainer Zimmermann about the terroir and the Valais vineyards on which the grapes for this excellent wine from the Johanneli Fi wine cellar grow. In the second part, sommelier Medy Hischier will give you a detailed introduction to the wine, covering the opening on the nose, on the palate, the finish and of course the corresponding dishes. Enjoy!
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The legend of the wine
Z' Johanneli is said to have been the first innkeeper on the Brigerberg in the 17th century. After closing time, she always secretly poured water into the wine barrel. When one evening a guest caught Johanneli in the act, she was driven out of the village. After that she was never seen again by anyone. At that time it was said that she had to remain forever as a lost soul in the glacier waters to atone for her grave sin. But since the Aletsch Glacier has begun to melt, it is said that z'Johanneli has been set free again. This is probably why there is wine again, only this time it is said to have been washed clean of her guilt.
Johanneli Fi, Heida Barrique AOC VS
Wine description
This Heida presents itself on the nose with lovely notes of vanilla, plum, caramel and violet. The barrel ageing comes through beautifully on the palate without being dominant. Overall, a wine with a lovely balance between barrel and fruit notes.
Terroir
Terraced vineyard in Visperterminen, one of the driest vineyards in Switzerland with extremely alkaline and mineral-rich soils.
Culinary Recommendation
An ideal accompaniment to starters, terrines, carpaccio and cold platters but also to cheese casseroles and Asian and oriental cuisine.
Vinification
Controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by at least 12 months of aging in French oak barrels.
Serving temperature & alcohol content
- 8 – 10 °C
- 15.2 % vol.
Grapes
- 100% Heida / Païen (Savagnin Blanc)
Ripeness for consumption
- 2 to 5 years
Contains sulfites.
