The journey to the wine cellar just got a lot shorter. Grab your favorite people and head to Reinickendorf, where Nature’s Calling has turned an old schnapps distillery into a full-blown Urban Winery. In what used to be the domain of the Federal Spirits Monopoly, natural wine is now being made with attitude and humor, right in the heart of the city. The grapes come from the Palatinate, harvested by hand and fermented spontaneously — no fining, no nonsense. Together with winemaker Hannes Bergdoll, founders Louisa, Sven, and Nicolas produce wine with a clear stance: straightforward, expressive, and above all, alive. Every Saturday, the space opens to the public. Sip and stroll, sample the range straight from the barrel, and pick up a story or two from the winemakers. Add to that Palatinate-style tarte flambée, vineyard views, and a sound system from New Fidelity, and you’ve got yourself a Saturday well spent. One thing’s clear: this is not your typical tasting room. It’s a glass of wine with a whole lot of heart behind it. And for anyone not drinking, there are excellent non-alcoholic options too.
Text: Arne Meyer / Photos: 8am Studio & Peter Wolff
Nature’s Calling Winery, Provinzstr.40–44, 14309 Berlin–Reinickenorf; map
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