Cantina Tramin: a journey through South Tyrolean wines

The charm of South Tyrolean viticulture: a brief history

Viticulture in South Tyrol has roots that go back to &' Roman times, when the construction of the Via Claudia Augusta opened its doors to traders who carried the first vines.

However, it was with the &' Habsburg Empire that the region saw a significant boost, introducing grape varieties such as Riesling and Pinot varieties.

Since &' 80, local producers have guided production towards modernization and quality, positioning South Tyrolean wines beyond regional borders.

South Tyrolean pedoclimate: The heart of oenological excellence

The soil and climate characteristics of &' South Tyrol are the secret behind the fame of its wines.

Calcareous and porphyric soils give an acid texture and balanced tannins, while the temperature changes and the continental-alpine climate create a unique range of scents.

Here wines of extraordinary elegance are born, comparable to the oenological jewels of &' Alsace.

South Tyrolean wines: a journey into flavors

Among the most cultivated vines, Schiava, Pinot Noir and Lagrein stand out for red wines, while white wines dominate Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, Müller-Thurgau and Kerner.

The DOC of &' Alto Adige, such as Caldaro and Valdadige, embrace a controlled production that covers 90% of the total.

Deep roots and advanced vinification

The roots of South Tyrolean viticulture go back to ancient times, evidenced by grape seed discoveries dating back to 500 BC.

L &' encounter between Roman techniques and Rhaetian traditions marked L&' beginning of a &' important phase of wine production.

During the Middle Ages, white wines dominated, but the 16th century saw the introduction of red wines.

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L&' Archduke John d&' Austria played a key role in introducing varieties such as Riesling.

In 1893, the first social cellars were founded, and in 1931 the Royal Decree on typical wines established the first qualitative protections.

The rebirth of South Tyrolean viticulture: from 1980 to today

Since 1980, South Tyrolean viticulture has experienced an unprecedented boom.

The quality, the selection of varieties, the reduction of yields and the' adoption of modern technologies have led to an extraordinary qualitative leap.

Currently, 98.8% of the vineyard area is protected by the DOC regulations, a figure that far exceeds any other Italian region.

Cantina Tramin: a dream come true

The Tramin Winery, founded in 1898 by Christian Schrott, pastor of Termeno, is an example of cooperation that embraces 300 small producers on 260 hectares.

Led by Willi Stürz since 1995, elected best oenologist d&' Italy in 2004, the winery is based on sharing and respect for the land.

With an average production of 1.9 million bottles per year, Cantina Tramin is a distinctive presence in both the national and international markets.

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The wines of Cantina Tramin: expression of territory

The Tramin Winery, through a culture of cooperation and a targeted production, expresses in its wines the unique character of South Tyrolean nature.

Thanks to the strong temperature changes and the minerality of the soil, the wines are elegant and structured.

From Schiava to Pinot Grigio, Cantina Tramin offers a variety of labels that satisfy every palate, representing l&' excellence of a territory rich in tradition and quality.

In conclusion, the Tramin Winery represents not only a &' an excellent wine reality, but a guardian of South Tyrolean wine traditions and culture, carrying out its commitment with passion and dedication.

A journey through vineyards, history and flavors that reflects the' authenticity of a unique territory in the world.

Angela Cordioli