ABOUT ALTO ADIGE

Alpine wine with a Mediterranean charm

In Alto Adige, the terroir forms the basis for the potential of the great wines that are grown here: unique wines at the point of intersection of Alpine and Mediterranean vegetation and culture.

Where is Alto Adige?

From gentle hills to steep slopes, from mild Mediterranean climate to dry mountain valleys: as small as the winegrowing region of Alto Adige is, it is convincing with its great diversity and seven cultivation zones, each with its own unique character.

The history of Alto Adige Wine has deep roots

Wine has accompanied human history and culture in Alto Adige for more than three thousand years and has decisively shaped the development of the province.

500BC

Wine was already being grown in Alto Adige around 2,500 years ago.

15BC

The Romans take over the wine culture of the Rhaetians and continue to constantly develop it.

700AD

Bavarian and Swabian monasteries acquire winegrowing estates in Alto Adige.

1970-1975

The designations of origin “Lago di Caldaro classic DOC“ and “Alto Adige DOC” are recognized.

2007

The "Consorzio Alto Adige Wines" is founded.

Today

Alto Adige is the leading white wine region in Italy.

Small Province, Great Variety

The multifaceted terroir of Alto Adige allows the cultivation of around twenty different grape varieties.
From these, the winemakers make a multitude of products that is unique for such a small winegrowing region.

Wines

DOC Areas

Cultivation zones

An almost ideal wine climate

Mild sunny days, warm soils, sufficient precipitation, cool nights, and strong winds bring fruity freshness into Alto Adige wines.

While at elevation of up to 1,000 meters (3,300 feet) above sea level, demanding varieties such as Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Noir are characterized by a particular finesse, in the valley areas the late ripening varieties such as Lagrein, Merlot, and Cabernet reach perfect maturity.

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