Faber is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Rheinhessen, Germany.
Structurally it lands at light body, no tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for grapey.
The regions that matter for it are Rheinhessen and England.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening and a preference for cool climates.
Watch for the synonyms: Faberrebe.
At the table it suits poutine, macaroni cheese and coconut fish curry.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Faberrebe.
Bottles to look for.
- Becker - Das Weingut Faberrebe, Rheinhessen, Germany
- Faer Isles Subsea Vodka, Faroe Islands, Denmark
- Lammidia 'Zeus Faber' Bianco, Abruzzo, Italy
- Weingut Thomas-Rub Faberrebe Kabinett Lieblich, Rheinhessen, Germany
Faber: common questions
01.What does Faber taste like?+
02.Where is Faber from?+
03.Where is Faber grown?+
04.What food pairs with Faber?+
05.What else is Faber called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Germany.


