Banquet of Gods

is a modern, boutique natural wine project based in the northernmost part of the Baden region, Germany, specifically in Tauberfranken.1

The project is led by the winemaking duo Lukas Bernhard and his partner Tina.2

The Winemakers: Lukas and Tina

  • Background: Lukas gained significant experience working under the renowned natural winemaker Judith Beck in Burgenland, Austria.3 This influence is often visible in their commitment to low-intervention methods, though they have developed a style distinct to their own terroir.

  • Philosophy: After years away, the couple returned to their "home" in Baden to start their own venture.4Their approach is focused on "natural wine" (low intervention, native yeasts, and often no added sulfur), aiming to capture the specific soil conditions of the border between Baden and Franconia.5

  • The Brand: They chose the name "Banquet of Gods" rather than their own names to emphasize the celebration of life and the "godly" quality they associate with their home region.6

The Wines

While they are relatively new to the scene (releasing their first vintage around 2022), they have already gained a following in the natural wine community for several specific cuvées:7

  • Halbstark: A unique and popular "chilled red" or dark rosé blend, typically made from Pinot Meunier(Schwarzriesling) and Pinot Blanc.8

  • Weiss: A mineral-forward white or orange wine, often utilizing Riesling and Pinot Blanc.9

  • Style: Their wines are frequently described as "funky," "wild," and high in energy, reflecting the modern natural wine movement's preference for freshness and drinkability over heavy oak or high alcohol.10

 

    • Address: Im Eck 4, 97877 Wertheim/Reicholzheim, Germany.

    • Instagram: You can find them under the handle @banquet_of_gods. This is currently the most direct way to message Lukas and Tina for inquiries or to follow their vintage updates.

    Where to Buy & Expert Inquiries

    Since they operate on a small scale, they often work through specialized natural wine distributors. If you are looking for specific technical sheets or trade information, you can contact their primary partners:

    • 8greenbottles (Berlin/Online): They were one of the first to champion the brand and often have direct communication with Lukas.

    • MORE Natural Wine (Berlin/Online): Another major stockist that carries their full range including Weiss, Halbstark, and Rixxxxx.