Trentino-Alto Adige is Italy's northernmost wine region, a place where alpine air and German-speaking tradition meet the Italian table. Vineyards climb steep, sun-facing slopes below the Dolomites, and cold mountain nights lock in acidity and perfume. The result is some of the purest, most precise wine in the country.
Alto Adige, home of pure high-altitude whites
Alto Adige, known in German as Südtirol, built its name on white wine. At altitude the grapes ripen slowly, so a glass of Pinot Grigio here tastes taut and stony rather than soft. Pinot Bianco is the quiet local hero, gentle and precise, while Kerner adds a lift of orchard fruit and herbs. The great aromatic is Gewürztraminer, which takes its name from the village of Tramin: rose, lychee and a touch of ginger. Browse the wider range of crisp white wine to see how these mountain bottles compare.
Trentino reds and Trentodoc sparkling wines
The southern province of Trentino leans towards red and sparkling. Teroldego gives deep, dark-fruited reds with fresh acidity, and Marzemino is the lighter, floral local favourite. Up in Alto Adige, Schiava (Vernatsch) is pale and easy-going, while Lagrein is the serious one, inky and structured with blackberry and dark chocolate. For traditional-method fizz, seek out Trentodoc, made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with real finesse. Follow the thread into our full red wine selection or browse the rest of Italy.
Trentino-Alto Adige wine FAQ
What food pairs with Alto Adige white wine?
Reach for seafood, grilled trout, vegetable risotto and mountain cheeses. Aromatic Gewürztraminer is the classic match for spiced and South-East Asian dishes.
Is Lagrein worth trying?
Very much so. It is the region's most structured red, full-bodied and dark, and it loves roast poultry, cured speck and mushroom dishes.
What is Trentodoc?
It is Trentino's traditional-method sparkling wine, aged on the lees like Champagne. Crisp and precise, it makes a fine aperitif or a partner for lighter starters.