What are the best wineries to visit in Alto Adige – South Tyrol? Discover a list of the best wineries in Alto Adige – South Tyrol to visit: the most beautiful, the most historic, and the most recommended for a winery tour with tasting.
Alois Lageder
Specialties: Löwengang Chardonnay, Löwengang Uvaggio Storico, Casòn Bianco
Focus: Biodynamic wines defined by freshness, elegance and a strong sense of place, with a focus on biodiversity, experimentation and sustainability.
Founded in 1823, Alois Lageder is a historic family-run winery, now in its sixth generation with Alois Clemens, Helena and Anna Lageder. The estate comprises 55 hectares of vineyards, farmed according to biodynamic principles, and works with partner winegrowers across different areas of Alto Adige. The wines are distinguished by their freshness and precision, with a clear, dynamic style that highlights the diversity of Alto Adige’s grape varieties, elevations and terroirs.
In Magrè, the Vineria & Osteria Paradeis is the heart of the estate’s hospitality. Guided tours explore the vineyards, GrandOrto and winery, offering insights into biodynamics, biodiversity and circular economy, followed by tastings of the estate’s key wines. Special experiences include the Löwengang Experience, which also features a selection of older vintages.
Useful information:
Municipality: Magrè sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
Address: Vicolo dei Conti 9, 39040 Magrè
Phone: +39 0471 809 500
Email: info@aloislageder.eu
Website: aloislageder.eu
Pfitscher
Specialties: Pinot Nero Riserva Matan, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay Riserva
Focus: Fresh, elegant, and terroir-driven organic mountain wines, artisanal style with a strong commitment to sustainability.
Founded in 1861, Pfitscher is a family-run artisanal winery. Long led by Klaus and Monica, today the estate is in the hands of their children Daniel, Hannes, and Marion, the third generation carrying on tradition with a contemporary vision. The wines stand out for their freshness and fragrance, with a clean, precise style that best expresses the character of Montagna’s vineyards.
The winery, certified CasaClima Wine, is a model of sustainable architecture seamlessly integrated into the landscape. Guided tours offer insight into vineyard and cellar work, with tastings centered on Pinot Noir—the estate’s flagship variety—as well as its main white labels.
Useful information:
Municipality: Montagna (BZ)
Address: Gleno 20, 39040 Montagna
Phone: +39 0471 817 000
Email: info@pfitscher.it
Website: www.pfitscher.it
Wine shop hours: Monday – Friday 09:00 – 12:00 / 13:00 – 18:00; Saturday 10:00 – 16:00
San Michele Appiano
Specialties: Sauvignon Sanct Valentin, Pinot Bianco Schulthauser, Chardonnay Sanct Valentin
Focus: Elegant and age-worthy wines, with great attention to the terroir and the enhancement of individual crus.
Founded in 1907, it is one of the most prestigious cooperatives in Alto Adige. Since 2022, the oenological direction has been entrusted to Jacob Gasser, who succeeded the historic Hans Terzer. Gasser brings a modern approach while maintaining the quality that made the Sanct Valentin line famous.
Useful Information:
- Town: Appiano sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Via Circonvallazione 17, 39057 San Michele | Appiano
- Phone: +39 0471 664622
- Email: info@stmiklaus.it
- Website: www.stmichael.it
- Wine Shop Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM / 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Guided Tours: By appointment through the website
Elena Walch
Specialties: Gewürztraminer Kastelaz, Pinot Bianco Kristallberg, Chardonnay Beyond the Clouds
Focus: Elegant and age-worthy white wines, crafted with sustainable methods and a strong focus on terroir.
Founded by Elena Walch, a pioneer of South Tyrolean winemaking, the estate is now managed by her daughters Karoline and Julia Walch. The winery offers guided cellar tours and tastings by appointment. Guests can also enjoy the Bistrot in Termeno and the Osteria Castel Ringberg in Caldaro, a lakeside restaurant where Walch wines are paired with seasonal dishes.
Useful Information:
- Town: Termeno sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Termeno Address: Via A. Hofer 1, 39040 Termeno
- Castel Ringberg (Caldaro): San Giuseppe al Lago 1, 39052 Caldaro
- Phone: +39 0471 860103 (Termeno) / +39 0471 960010 (Caldaro)
- Email: info@elenawalch.com
- Website: www.elenawalch.com
- Wine Shop Hours: Daily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Colterenzio Winery
Specialties: Sauvignon Lafoa, Chardonnay Lafoa, Pinot Nero St. Daniel
Focus: High-quality wines from carefully selected vineyards, with a strong commitment to sustainability and vineyard work.
A dynamic cooperative with over 300 members, Colterenzio is best known for its “Lafoa” selections, which represent the top tier of the winery’s production. The well-stocked wine shop welcomes visitors, and guided tours are available by appointment.
Useful Information:
- Town: Appiano sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Strada del Vino 8, 39057 Cornaiano
- Phone: +39 0471 662516
- Email: info@colterenzio.it
- Website: www.colterenzio.it
Cantina Bolzano
Specialties: Lagrein Riserva Taber, Santa Maddalena Classico, Chardonnay Kleinstein
Focus: Structured and aromatic red wines with a strong local identity.
Cantina Bolzano is a cooperative winery that successfully blends tradition and modernity. Its new headquarters is a striking example of sustainable architecture. Be sure to visit the Vinarius Wineshop, offering a wide range of wines and tasting opportunities.
Useful Information:
- Town: Bolzano (BZ)
- Address: Via San Maurizio 36, 39100 Bolzano
- Phone: +39 0471 270909
- Email: info@kellereibozen.com
- Website: www.kellereibozen.com
- Vinarius Wineshop Hours: Mon–Sat: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Cantina Tramin
Specialties: Gewürztraminer Nussbaumer, Epokale, Stoan (white blend)
Focus: Aromatic and complex white wines, an authentic expression of the Termeno terroir.
A renowned cooperative winery, Cantina Tramin is celebrated for its Gewürztraminer Epokale, the first Italian white wine to receive 100/100 from Robert Parker. The estate offers guided tours in summer and a stylish year-round wine shop.
Useful Information:
- Town: Termeno sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Strada del Vino 144, 39040 Termeno
- Phone: +39 0471 096634
- Email: info@cantinatramin.it
- Website: www.cantinatramin.it
- Wine Shop Hours (Apr–Oct): Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Guided Tours: Wednesdays (July–Aug) at 10:00 AM; booking via visit.cantinatramin.it
Cantina Kurtatsch
Specialties: Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva Freienfeld, Pinot Bianco Hofstatt, Müller-Thurgau Graun
Focus: Expressive wines that reflect the elevation and geological diversity of Cortaccia.
With strong attention to zoning and single-vineyard bottlings, Cantina Kurtatsch offers wines from highly diverse plots and elevations. The modern wine shop boasts a spectacular valley view. Guided tours by reservation.
Useful Information:
- Town: Cortaccia sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Strada del Vino 23, 39040 Cortaccia
- Phone: +39 0471 880115 (office) / +39 0471 881496 (shop)
- Email: info@kellerei-kurtatsch.it
- Website: www.kellerei-kurtatsch.it
- Wine Shop Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Guided Tours: Thu 4:00 PM, Sat 2:30 PM; booking via visit.kellerei-kurtatsch.it
Cantina Valle Isarco
Specialties: Kerner, Sylvaner, Grüner Veltliner
Focus: Fresh and mineral white wines, shaped by high altitudes and glacial soils.
A cooperative based in Chiusa, Cantina Valle Isarco unites small growers from the northernmost part of Alto Adige. Their wines are among the freshest and most vertical in the region.
Useful Information:
- Town: Chiusa (BZ)
- Address: Via Peter Mayr 29, 39043 Chiusa
- Phone: +39 0472 847553
- Email: info@kellerei-eisacktal.it
- Website: www.kellerei-eisacktal.it
Alois Lageder
Specialties: Chardonnay Löwengang, Pinot Grigio Porer, Gewürztraminer Am Sand
Focus: Biodynamic wines that reflect harmony between humans and nature, with a deep commitment to sustainability.
Lageder is an international benchmark for biodynamic viticulture. Besides the winery, visitors can explore Vineria Paradeis, a cultural space with wine shop, bistro, and biodynamic garden.
Useful Information:
- Town: Magrè sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Via Casòn Hirschprunn 1, 39040 Magrè
- Phone: +39 0471 809500
- Email: info@aloislageder.eu
- Website: www.aloislageder.eu
Tiefenbrunner
Specialties: Vigna Feldmarschall Müller-Thurgau, Pinot Noir Turmhof, Sauvignon Blanc Turmhof
Focus: Elegant, long-lived mountain wines from high-altitude vineyards, crafted with a sustainable approach.
Founded in 1848 and managed by the Tiefenbrunner family since 1675, the winery is based in the historic Turmhof Castle in Niclara. Among its most iconic labels is the Vigna Feldmarschall, one of Europe’s highest Müller-Thurgau vineyards, located over 1,000 meters above sea level on Mount Favogna. The winery focuses on high-altitude wines—tense, mineral, and expressive of the Alpine terroir. The estate includes an 8,000 m² park with grottos and waterfalls and has used hydroelectric power since 1910.
Useful Information:
- Municipality: Cortaccia sulla Strada del Vino (BZ)
- Address: Via Castello 4, 39040 Niclara
- Phone: +39 0471 880122
- Email: info@tiefenbrunner.com
- Website: www.tiefenbrunner.com
- Guided tours and tastings: by phone reservation; not available during harvest (late August)
Gump Hof – Markus Prackwieser
Specialties: : Pinot Noir, Pinot Bianco “Praesulis”, Sauvignon “Praesulis”, Gewürztraminer
Focus: Refined, saline, and tense wines, produced at high altitude in the Fiè area, at the foot of the Sciliar.
A small family-run winery led by Markus Prackwieser, one of the most respected names in Alto Adige. The vineyards, situated between 400 and 850 meters, are cultivated using sustainable methods. His white wines are appreciated for their verticality and precise aging.
Useful Information:
- Town: Fiè allo Sciliar (BZ)
- Address: Strada di Fiè 11 – Novale di Presule” 39050 Fiè allo Sciliar
- Phone: +39 0471 601546
- Email: info@gumphof.it
- Website: www.gumphof.it
- Visits: By appointment
