South Tyrol-Trentino | Wine region
Alpine mountain scenery and palm trees, a sense of tradition and Mediterranean lightness, Alpine baroque and avant-garde architecture, folklore and modernity - South Tyrol: the land of contrasts. The comparatively small wine-growing region of South Tyrol with its Mediterranean diversity has exactly the character to produce unique wines.
In South Tyrol, around twenty different grape varieties thrive on just 5,300 hectares of vineyards with the good fortune of more than 300 days of sunshine a year. More than 55 percent of South Tyrol's vineyards are planted with white grape varieties, which are made into the best wines. Gewürztraminer, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay top the list of the most popular white wines, and the trend is rising. But Sauvignon, Müller Thurgau, Sylvaner, Kerner, Riesling and Veltliner are also popular in South Tyrol and outside the country. When it comes to red wines, South Tyrol has had the two autochthonous grape varieties Vernatsch and Lagrein for well over a hundred years, but also all the other important classic grape varieties: Pinot Nero, Merlot and Cabernet. They occupy almost 45 percent of the total winegrowing area in South Tyrol. - Gerardo [TS07/22]
"In 52 of the 116 municipalities of the province, viticulture is practiced commercially. The centers are the slopes around the provincial capital of Bolzano, the area known as Überetsch from Eppan to Kalterersee with an almost closed vineyard area, and finally the slopes around Tramin, Kurtatsch, Margreid and Salurn in the South Tyrolean lowlands. South Tyrol's vineyard is a mosaic of 5000 individual farms. The number of pure winegrowing operations, however, is only just under three percent." - Falstaff
"If there is one characteristic that applies to all South Tyrolean wines, it lies in the clean primary fruitiness of the wines. Their fruit is animating, their acidity refreshing. A chronicler of the 1960s described them as 'cheerful' because they can be enjoyed in an uncomplicated and carefree way." - Dr. Jens Priewe
Region: South Tyrol (Whites) Region: South Tyrol (Reds) Region: South Tyrol (Rosé) Grape Variety: Lagrein Grape Variety: Schiava
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Vom Boden · Lagrein DOC 2024Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The Pfannenstielhof's Lagrein “Vom Boden” is a tribute to the valuable soils on which this grape variety thrives. The terroir, characterized by deep, warm sand and gravel soils that have been washed up by the Eisack over centuries, gives this Lagrein its special elegance and finesse. In the glass, the wine is fruity, rich and powerful, yet at the same time has a fine structure and density. The soft, velvety tannins underline the full-bodied and supple character that unfolds harmoniously on the...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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St. Magdalener Classico DOC 2025Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The St. Magdalener from Pfannenstielhof is a well-balanced wine that combines freshness and fruitiness with a fine complexity. Despite its approachable nature, it displays a juicy fullness paired with a subtle spiciness and full-bodied character. It embodies the perfect balance between tradition and modernity and is appreciated as a local specialty as well as a versatile accompaniment to various...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Lagrein Rosé Mitterberg IGT 2024Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The Lagrein Rosé from Pfannenstielhof presents itself as a fresh and lively wine with fine aromas of red berries and cherries, which emphasize its youthful and fruity character. Its juiciness and harmonious structure make it an exciting rosé that combines both gentle softness and a certain strength. This rosé impresses with its elegance and at the same time its refreshing, uncomplicated...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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St. Daniel · Blauburgunder Riserva DOC 2023Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Pinot Noir Riserva St. Daniel from the Schreckbichl winery is a clear, medium garnet red in the glass and develops a typical Pinot Noir bouquet with notes of ripe cherries, red berries and a hint of spicy elegance. The grapes for this wine come from selected vineyards where the interplay of soil, microclimate and careful work in the vineyard creates the ideal conditions for a Pinot Noir full of...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Kastélt · Cabernet-Sauvignon Riserva DOC 2023Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Cabernet-Sauvignon Riserva Kastélt from the Praedium line of the Schreckbichl winery presents itself in the glass with a deep dark, almost impenetrable color, which already gives a visual hint of its concentration and density. The bouquet is intense and complex: ripe cassis, dark forest berries and fine roasted aromas reminiscent of cigar box and fine wood characterize this strong...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Mantsch · Lagrein Riserva DOC 2023Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Lagrein Riserva Mantsch is already fascinating in the glass with its dark garnet red color and violet reflections - a powerful first impression that continues on the nose. The multi-layered bouquet combines intense aromas of wild berries and black cherries with delicate floral and spicy notes such as violets, cinnamon and vanilla. The grapes come from the Gries alluvial soil, whose composition of gravel, clay and porphyry sand gives the wine structure, depth and a gentle, almost silky...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Berg · Weißburgunder Riserva DOC 2022Schreckbichl, South Tyrol
The Pinot Bianco Berg, formerly known as Weißhaus, presents itself in the glass in a light pale yellow with fine greenish reflections - a visual promise of freshness and elegance. On the nose, it unfolds a delicate bouquet of crisp apple and ripe pear, accompanied by subtle floral nuances that emphasize its aromatic...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Graf · Cabernet Riserva DOC 2021Kellerei Meran, South Tyrol
The Cabernet Riserva Graf von Meran comes from the vineyards around Labers near Meran, where the vines find ideal conditions in well-aerated soils and optimal sunlight. The wine is a deep, dark ruby red in the glass and delights the nose with intense, multi-layered aromas of blackcurrants, ripe wild cherries, a hint of liquorice and elegant hints of leather and spices. This fine combination gives the bouquet depth and...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Vinschgau · Blauburgunder DOC 2023Kellerei Meran, South Tyrol
The Vinschgau Pinot Nero shines in the glass in a clear ruby red with dark reflections and seduces the nose with an expressive, fruity bouquet. Notes of wild cherries, raspberries and blackcurrants are combined with subtle spicy nuances reminiscent of undergrowth and a little pepper. The cool, high altitude of the Venosta Valley gives this Pinot Noir its precision, elegance and clear...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Praepositus · Eisacktaler Grüner Veltliner DOC 2021Kloster Neustift, South Tyrol
The Grüner Veltliner Praepositus from the Neustift Abbey Winery is a white wine with charisma and character that skillfully combines elegance and structure. It presents itself in the glass in a medium golden yellow color. The nose reveals aromas of ripe apples, quince, honey, and a subtle spiciness with hints of caraway—complex, but never overpowering. Notes of anise and pepper emerge in the background, lending depth and...
€ 19,95 = 26,60 €/L
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Levad · Merlot DOC 2022Kellerei Nals-Margreid, South Tyrol
The South Tyrolean Merlot Levad presents itself in the glass with a bright ruby red color that underlines its youthful freshness. On the nose, it develops an expressive bouquet of ripe cherries, juicy blackberries and a hint of liquorice, giving it a certain depth and sophistication. These aromas make it a fascinating and multi-layered...
€ 20,95 = 27,93 €/L
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Vom Boden · Lagrein DOC 2025Pfannenstielhof, South Tyrol
The Pfannenstielhof's Lagrein “Vom Boden” is a tribute to the valuable soils on which this grape variety thrives. The terroir, characterized by deep, warm sand and gravel soils that have been washed up by the Eisack over centuries, gives this Lagrein its special elegance and finesse. In the glass, the wine is fruity, rich and powerful, yet at the same time has a fine structure and density. The soft, velvety tannins underline the full-bodied and supple character that unfolds harmoniously on the...
€ 20,95 = 27,93 €/L
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Kofl · Sauvignon DOC 2022Kellerei Kurtatsch, South Tyrol
The Sauvignon Kofl comes from the high, steep vineyards around Kurtatsch, which give the wine its special mineral precision and fine finesse. The maturation in large wooden barrels and the regular stirring of the lees create a remarkable depth and a multi-layered structure that shape the character of this...
€ 21,95 = 29,27 €/L
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Fallwind · Merlot-Cabernet DOC 2022St. Michael-Eppan, South Tyrol
This elegant cuvée of Merlot and Cabernet - once known as “De Piano” - combines the softness of Merlot with the strength and structure of Cabernet. Both grape varieties are vinified separately and then matured for around a year in small wooden barrels. The result is a deep red wine with aromas of dark berries, liquorice and fine roasted...
€ 21,95 = 29,27 €/L
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Fallwind · Lagrein Riserva DOC 2022St. Michael-Eppan, South Tyrol
The Lagrein Riserva Fallwind comes from carefully selected vineyards around Bolzano, where the grape variety finds ideal conditions. In the glass, it sparkles a deep ruby red with violet reflections. The complex bouquet seduces with aromas of dark berries, black cherry, chocolate and finely spiced components such as tobacco and...
€ 21,95 = 29,27 €/L
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Fallwind · Lagrein Riserva DOC 2023St. Michael-Eppan, South Tyrol
The Lagrein Riserva Fallwind comes from carefully selected vineyards around Bolzano, where the grape variety finds ideal conditions. In the glass, it sparkles a deep ruby red with violet reflections. The complex bouquet seduces with aromas of dark berries, black cherry, chocolate and finely spiced components such as tobacco and...
€ 21,95 = 29,27 €/L
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Gaun · Chardonnay DOC 2023 (Bio)Alois Lageder, South Tyrol
The Chardonnay Gaun from Alois Lageder is a South Tyrolean white wine full of character that shines in the glass with a bright straw yellow color and greenish reflections. On the nose, it unfolds a finely nuanced bouquet of ripe peach, juicy melon and fresh citrus notes. This fruity elegance is supported by a subtle saltiness and invigorating freshness, which can be attributed to the special vinification process: part of the wine remains in contact with whole grapes, which gives it additional...
€ 22,50 = 30,00 €/L
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Fragment · Sauvignon DOC 2023 (Bio)Alois Lageder, South Tyrol
The Sauvignon Fragment from Alois Lageder impresses with its clarity and expression. In the glass, it shines bright straw yellow with a greenish tinge - a visual promise of its freshness. The bouquet is fine and multi-layered: gooseberry, citrus fruit and white flowers combine with a hint of flowering herbs and a mineral note that adds depth and complexity. On the palate, the wine is juicy, lively and precise, supported by a well-integrated acidity that harmoniously combines freshness and...
€ 22,50 = 30,00 €/L
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Region: South Tyrol (Whites) Region: South Tyrol (Reds) Region: South Tyrol (Rosé) Grape Variety: Lagrein Grape Variety: Schiava
South Tyrol-Trentino | Wine region | Buy at Gerardo
The predominantly mountainous, or rather mountainous, area of the two provinces of Bolzano and Trento - more commonly called South Tyrol and Trentino - extends from the main watershed of the Alps southward to the northern tip of Lake Garda. Flat land is found here only along the floodplains of the Adige River and the terraces that accompany its course and along its tributaries. Agriculture in this wine region is carried out in intensive crops on small areas, it is mainly fruit growing and viticulture.
Viticulture has a long tradition here, the same applies to export across the Alps and to the neighboring countries of Austria and Switzerland. The climatic conditions here are very favorable for viticulture, the average annual temperature is over 18 degrees Celsius, and precipitation is evenly distributed. The cultivation of the Burgundy varieties Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Nero and Chardonnay is widespread here, and the region is among the leaders in the production of sparkling wines according to the classic method of bottle fermentation. South Tyrol, for example, is home to the highest sparkling wine cellar in Europe, at an altitude of over 1,000 meters above sea level. In recent years, Trentino has increasingly turned to the autochthonous grape varieties Teroldego and Nosiola, which are experiencing a new flowering with new vinification methods.
...sausages of all kinds, lots of juicy roast meat, potatoes, slowly roasted in the oven, fish from clear alpine lakes and streams, and in addition apple strudel, the likes of which you can't find better in Vienna - we are in South Tyrol, and to whom this typical construction means nothing, the menu will certainly tell you. After all, many of the tunks so beloved in the north fortunately remained behind the Brenner, a piece of Mediterranean flavor can already be felt in the gastronomic, and wonderful gnocchi as well as filled ravioli build the bridge to the south.
The valleys of South Tyrol and Trentino are therefore a kind of gastronomic acclimatization station, they help to make the culinary transition, that acclimatization to the 'other' with which Italy wants to surprise our palates. Magdalener, Lagrein Kretzer, Teroldego, Terlaner, Kalterer are the most famous wines here. There is much that could be said about these wines, but here is just one thing: the Tyrolean is not only a table wine, not only a snack wine, because in addition to the 'open' there are delicious varieties that await their full maturity when bottled. And here, between these bottles, the wine lover is presented with surprising and delightful discoveries. - Gerardo [TS07/22]