Alto Adige, in the far northeast of Italy, is a small wine region that makes incredibly high quality reds and whites. In this episode I discuss the unique terroir, grapes, and mixed culture of this region, with its heavy Germanic and Austrian influences.

I cover:

• The long history of Alto Adige wine
• The varied soil types and geology
• The range of climates and growing conditions
• The unique grapes (including Kerner, Schiava and Lagrein)
• The DOCs and subzones of Alto Adige

A truly beautiful and unique Italian wine region, and one I hope I've convinced you to explore!

Copyright: Wines of Alto Adige

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