Click on the video symbol above and hear first-hand from winemaker Rainer Zimmermann about the terroir and the Valais vineyards on which the precious grapes for this excellent white 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 Wine ( listen )
Z' Johanneli is said to have been the first landlady on the Brigerberg in the 17th century. After the shop closed, she would secretly fill the wine barrel with water. When a guest caught Johanneli red-handed one evening, she was chased out of the village.
After that, no one ever saw her again. At the time, it was said that she would have to remain forever as a lost soul in the glacier waters to atone for her grave sin. But since the Aletsch glacier began to melt, it is said that z'Johanneli has been released again. This is probably why the wine is available again, only this time it is supposed to have been washed clean of her guilt.
Johanneli Fi, Heida Excellence AOC VS
tasting report
Rich straw yellow with golden yellow reflections in the glass. Fresh on the nose with a promising potpourri of citrus fruits, floral notes and initially subtle nuances of peach and melon.
On the palate, the wine is pleasantly balanced and full-bodied at the start, with notes of peach and melon coming through even more strongly and complementing the beautifully present acidity. Overall, a very finely balanced play of sweetness and acidity that is simply enjoyable even on the long finish.
Terroir
Best vineyards near Raron with sandy, medium-heavy loamy soils facing south
Culinary Recommendation
Excellent with light dishes with fish, poultry and shellfish. Or when you just want to pause for a moment and enjoy the beautiful moment in life.
Vinification
Controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks
Serving temperature & alcohol content
- 8 – 10 °C
- 15.2 % vol
Grape variety
100% Heida / Païen (Savagnin Blanc)
Ripeness for consumption
- 2 - 3, max. 5 years
Label "Marke Wallis"
In order to meet consumers' ever-increasing expectations in terms of proximity and responsibility, the Valais label only certifies wines that come from ambitious and sustainable organic viticulture and are produced with great respect for people and tradition.
With the Heida Excellence AOC, the Wallis brand is only the fifth winemaker in Upper Valais to be certified with the coveted “Wallis brand” label.
The wine is released in a limited edition of 1,000 bottles annually.
Awards
Awards
- 5th year in a row certified with the "Marke Wallis" label
- Silver Medal Grand Prix du Vin Suisse 2024
- Silver medal Sélection des Vins du Valais 2023
- Gold medal Selection des Vins du Valais 2021
Contains sulfites.
