Our mission
At Lebendige Weine, we specialise in natural, organic and biodynamic wines from the classic and up-and-coming regions of Europe. Our name is our programme: we stock wines with character that express their origin in an unadulterated way.
We offer you a range of over 2000 selected wines from the classic European wine-growing regions. In addition to France, Spain and Italy, our focus is on organic wines from Germany as well as Champagne from biodynamic production. Besides the classics, we offer special wines from Hungary and Portugal.
Our range
Our collection comprises over 2,500 carefully selected wines from more than 150 producers from the most important wine regions in Europe. These include both classic wineries and avant-garde producers, covering three main categories:
Natural wines: Minimally interventionist vinification, with spontaneous fermentation and with no or minimal added sulphur. With protagonists such as Matassa, Occhipinti and I Vigneri di Salvo Foti we represent those winegrowers who define the natural wine movement. These wines often display unusual aroma spectra and outstanding terroir transparency.
Organic wines: Made from grapes without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. With producers like ViettiEmidio Pepe, Le Chiuse and Roagna, we carry icons of organic winemaking. At the same time, we are discovering up-and-coming talents such as Tenuta di Carleone. Organic farming promotes soil health and leads to more balanced wines with more precise fruit expression.
Biodynamic wines: Grown according to the principles of biodynamics. From Kühling-Gillot and Peter Jakob Kühn in Germany via Zind-Humbrecht and A. et P. de Villaine in France up to Foradori in Italy - our portfolio encompasses the pinnacle of biodynamic excellence. The consideration of cosmic rhythms and the use of special preparations create a self-regulating ecosystem in the vineyard. These wines are characterised by particular vitality and longevity.
We are particularly proud of our extensive selection of organic champagnes from houses such as Larmandier-BernierDe Sousa and Georges Laval - producers who prove that organic and biodynamic methods can achieve outstanding results even in this demanding region.
Our approach
We work with producers whose philosophy we share: Respect for nature, artisanal production and authenticity. From small family businesses to renowned estates - the decisive factor is an uncompromising focus on quality.
Most of our wines come from winegrowers who work with old indigenous grape varieties and combine traditional methods with contemporary knowledge.
Who we work for
For you! Our offer is aimed at discerning wine lovers who are prepared to think outside the box. To people who see wine not just as a luxury item, but as a cultural asset. To those who have the courage to explore off the beaten track.
More than just trade
In addition to selling excellent wines, we see it as our responsibility to impart knowledge. Through detailed product descriptions and regular online tastings, Magazine articles and winemaker portraits we enable our customers to make well-founded decisions.
In times of climate change, we also actively support winegrowers who are experimenting with innovative, sustainable methods - because the future of wine depends on it.
At Lebendige Weine you won't find mass-produced wines, but wines full of character with soul and history - carefully selected by people who love and understand wine.
The founder
Lebendigeweine.de was founded in 2019 by Dimitri "Mitya" Taits. Dimitri is an online expert, winemaker and sommelier and has been working in the wine industry since 2006. After working for the wineries Schlossgut Diel, Jean Stodden and Peter Jakob Kühn, he started his own business as a marketing consultant while studying wine management. During this time, he supported the Hamburg-based wine merchant Hawesko in setting up its online presence. After further engagements for TVINO, Campus Geisenheim, the German Wine Institute and the Mosel Wine Museum, he worked as a sommelier at Maxime's Natural Wines and Lorenz Adlon Esszimmer (**Michelin), among others.
Our office is in Berlin, air-conditioned storage and shipping is done by our wine logistics expert in Southern Germany.