Grape Variety
Completer
“Graubünden's Rarest White”
White grape
Completer is a white wine grape grown in Graubünden, Malans, Eastern Switzerland — known as “Graubünden's Rarest Grape”.
Completer at a glance
| Color | White |
|---|---|
| Signature flavors | Honey, Citrus, Almond, Exotic Fruit, Mineral, Rich |
| Classic pairings | Rich fish dishes, Aged cheeses, Foie gras, Asian cuisine |
| Where it grows | Graubünden, Malans, Eastern Switzerland |
The Story
Completer is one of Switzerland's rarest indigenous grapes—grown almost exclusively in Graubünden.
Insider Story
Perhaps 10 hectares exist worldwide. The grape was nearly extinct.
The wine's unique character—oxidative notes, honeyed richness—defies categorization.
Technical Deep Dive
Full-bodied whites with distinctive oxidative character.
Flavor profile: honey, nuts, dried fruit, herbs, slight oxidative notes.
Industry Secrets
Completer is traditionally made in an oxidative style.
Modern producers also make fresh versions.
Collector’s Corner
Investment grade D- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
- ["Weingut Gantenbein"]
- Value picks
- Completer ($35-60)
- Price trend
- Stable. Ultra-rare.
- Collector’s tip
- Buy for Swiss completists.
Updated March 2026
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