{"id":2300,"date":"2025-08-20T11:00:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-20T10:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kettmeir.com\/?p=2300"},"modified":"2026-03-23T17:24:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T16:24:23","slug":"which-wines-are-typical-of-alto-adige","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kettmeir.com\/en\/k-news\/which-wines-are-typical-of-alto-adige\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Wines Are Typical of Alto Adige?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nestled beneath the majestic Dolomites, Trentino\u2013Alto Adige is a region of extraordinary beauty and a long-standing winemaking tradition. Shaped by a distinctive Alpine climate and a remarkable diversity of terroirs, it gives rise to wines of <\/span>stylistic elegance<\/b>, freshness and depth. In this guide, we explore the most representative wines of Alto Adige, with a particular focus on <\/span>Kettmeir<\/b>, one of the historic wineries of this land.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Journey Through Alto Adige\u2019s Indigenous Varieties<\/b><\/h2>\n

Alto Adige boasts an ampelographic heritage of great interest, with indigenous grapes that interpret the territory with clarity and character. But which native varieties best tell the story of Alto Adige?<\/span><\/p>\n

Among the red grapes, <\/span>Lagrein<\/b> stands out: a variety that produces intense wines of deep ruby colour, with aromas of wild berries, violet and subtle spice. It is a structured wine, capable of evolving gracefully over time and a natural partner for dishes with bold flavours.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another undisputed protagonist is <\/span>Schiava<\/b>, a more delicate red variety that gives wines that are fresh, light and fruit-driven\u2014ideal enjoyed young. In its many expressions, such as <\/span>Kalterersee (Lago di Caldaro), <\/b>Schiava reveals its most charming qualities: immediacy at the glass and versatility at the table.<\/span><\/p>\n

Alongside these local gems, Alto Adige is also home to international varieties that have found an ideal habitat here, expressing themselves with a distinctive Alpine signature. Among the whites, <\/span>Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, M\u00fcller Thurgau and Sauvignon Blanc<\/b> produce wines that are poised, aromatic and remarkably drinkable. Among the reds, <\/span>Pinot Noir<\/b> finds in these cool hillside zones a privileged terroir, resulting in wines of finesse and complexity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Kettmeir Classics: The Essence of Place<\/b><\/h2>\n

So, what wines are produced in Alto Adige? As a historic winery of the region, <\/span>Kettmeir<\/b> interprets the richness and diversity of this territory with expertise and precision, offering a portfolio that expresses its potential at its most authentic.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Kettmeir Classics<\/b> line captures the region\u2019s truest voice through single-varietal wines that highlight the character of each grape:<\/span><\/p>\n