Introduction Nestled in the heart of Trentino, in Italy’s alpine north, Casteller DOC is a little-known but captivating Italian red wine appellation. First recognized in 1974, this boutique denomination is built around Merlot—a grape that finds surprising elegance in these mountain valleys. Unlike the bold Teroldego Rotaliano or the widely…
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Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC: Italy’s Alpine Wine Gem
What is Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC? Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC is Italy’s northernmost appellation, nestled in the dramatic Alpine landscapes where Italian and Austrian cultures meet. Known for crisp Pinot Grigio, elegant Gewürztraminer, and velvety Lagrein, it represents the pinnacle of cool-climate viticulture in Italy. This DOC produces…
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Valdadige Terradeiforti DOC
Valdadige Terradeiforti / Terradeiforti DOC is a wine appellation from Trentino Alto Adige and Veneto. White Grape is Pinot Grigioand Red Grapes are Casetta and Lambrusco. Minimum alcohol level is 11.0% for Pinot Grigio; 12.0% for Superiore, Casetta, and Enantio; 12.5% for Riserva We are working on this Valdadige Terradeiforti /…
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IGT Trevenezie
IGT Trevenezie: It is an appellation from the regions of Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Trentino, producing red, white, rose’ wines. White Grapes are Bianchetta Trevigiana, Chardonnay, Cortese, Durella, Friulano, Garganega, Gewürztraminer, Glera, Kerner, Malvasia, Manzoni Bianco, Marzemina Bianca, Moscato, Müller-Thurgau, Nosiola, Picolit, Pinella, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Sylvaner Verde, Trebbiano, Verduzzo, Vespaiola, Vitovska, Welschriesling (Riesling Italico). Red Grapes are Ancellotta, Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Casetta, Cavrara, Ciliegiolo, Corbina, Corvina, Croatina, Franconia, Freisa, Gamay, Groppello, Lagrein, Lambrusco, Malbec, Marzemino, Merlot, Molinara, Moscato Rosa, Petit Verdot, Pignolo, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero, Raboso, Rebo, Recantina, Refosco, Rondinella, Sangiovese, Schiava, Schioppettino, Syrah, Tai…
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IGP delle Venezie (pre-2017)
IGP delle Venezie (pre-2017): It is an appellation from the regions of Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Trentino, producing red, white, rose’ wines. Wine Composition: Bianco (Wh, WhFr): Any proportions of white grape varieties approved for the production are; Varietals (Wh, WhFr): Minimum 85% of any one of the allowed white grape…
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Delle Venezie DOC
Delle Venezie DOC: This is an appellation for only white wines in the regions of Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Trentino. White Grape Varieties are Chardonnay, Friulano, Garganega, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Verduzzo and Wine Composition for Bianco (Wh, WhFr): Minimum 50% Chardonnay, Friulano, Garganega, Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Bianco, and/or Verduzzo (Friulano and/or Trevigiano) + OAWG; Pinot…
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Valdadige / Etschtaler DOC
Valdadige / Etschtaler DOC: A cross-regional corridor (Trentino–Alto Adige–Veneto) along the Adige River, producing clean, alpine-inflected whites (Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay) and light reds (Schiava, Teroldego, Lagrein, Pinot Nero). This appellation from Veneto allows the production of red, white, rosé, and frizzante wines. We are working on this Valdadige / Etschtaler…
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Trento DOC
Trento DOC is a Italian wine appellation only for sparkling wines. It is cultivated close to the town of Trento in the region of Trentino Alto Adige. Their claim is “Bollicine di Montagna”, which translates into “Sparkling wine from the mountains”.They are produced with the Metodo Classico, which implies the…
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Trentino DOC
Trentino DOC:l White Grapes are Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Kerner, Manzoni Bianco, Moscato, Müller-Thurgau, Nosiola, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Sylvaner Verde, Welschriesling (Riesling Italico)andRed Grape Varieties are Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Lagrein, Lambrusco, Marzemino, Merlot, Moscato Rosa, Pinot Nero, Rebo, Schiava, Teroldego. Territories of production are Castel Beseno or Beseno (Moscato Giallo Superiore, Passito, and Vendemmia Tardiva only), Isera (Marzemino…
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Teroldego Rotaliano DOC
Teroldego Rotaliano DOC:Principal Red Grape Varieties: Teroldego- Rosato or Kretzer (Ro): 100% Teroldego, Rosso or Rubino (Rd): 100% Teroldego, Superiore (Rosso), Riserva (Superiore) The Minimum alcohol level is 11.5% for Rosato and Rosso; 12.0% for Superiore and Superiore Riserva We are working on this Teroldego Rotaliano DOC appellation description.Please come…