Cave Biber is a winery located in the Valais region of Switzerland, which was established in 1971 by René Mathier in the village of Salgesch. Initially, the winery encompassed five hectares of vineyard, and after 20 years, it was sold to Jürg Biber who rebranded it. In 2022, due to the absence of successors, Biber sold the winery to Bernd Reichart from Zurich, who now oversees its operation while Biber holds the title of honorary president.
Remo Meyer, the current winemaker and operations manager, joined the winery under the new ownership, bringing with him significant experience from various vineyards in the Valais. In 2023, he transitioned all vineyard practices to organic farming.
The Wines
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Cave Biber Les Perles de La Raspille Cuvée Rosé Brut NV Valais, Switzerland
- A sparkling wine crafted from Pinot Noir, exhibiting a bright orange/pink hue. It offers fruity notes, featuring pleasant strawberry and cherry flavors, delivering a juicy and lively palate. Rating: 88/100
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Cave Biber Humagne La Doyenne ‘1313’ 2023 Valais, Switzerland
- Named after the year Humagne Blanche was recognized as a varietal, this wine presents a broad fruity profile with vibrant citrus, pear, and melon flavors. It is well-balanced, retaining freshness despite its richness. Rating: 93/100
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Cave Biber Johannisberg Le Rhin 2023 Valais, Switzerland
- This Sylvaner showcases exceptional purity and tension, characterized by clear fruit expression combined with minerality from crushed rocks. Rating: 94/100
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Cave Biber Cornalin Rouge du Pays 2022 Valais, Switzerland
- Known for its appealing texture, this wine highlights bright, peppery notes with a slight salinity complementing pure black cherries and a hint of savory olive character. Rating: 94/100
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Cave Biber Malbec Le Premier 2022 Vin de Pays Suisse
- First grafted in 2011, this focused and textural Malbec displays ripe cherries and plums alongside saline notes and light cured meat characteristics. Rating: 93/100
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Cave Biber Syrah La Première 2020 Valais, Switzerland
- Aged in 30% new oak (500-liter barrels), this Syrah is noted for its spicy, meaty, and peppery qualities, along with complex olive and black cherry undertones, providing good concentration and structure. Rating: 93/100
For more information about their offerings, visit Cave Biber’s official website.