01 / GEOGRAPHY
Topography and Growing Environment
The state consists of Trentino and Alto Adige. Valley floors and steep slopes differ in elevation, and the direction of the slopes affects sunlight exposure. Airflow from the mountains also influences viticulture, so its northern position alone does not uniformly explain cool conditions.
LOCATION & LANDSCAPE
The location of Trentino-Alto Adige and differences within the region
Trentino-Alto Adige · Northeast
See the 20 regions on a map →Trentino
Teroldego, and traditional method sparkling wines from Trento.
Alto Adige
Also written as Südtirol. Lagrein and Schiava are examples.
The circles on the map mark representative locations within a state. They do not indicate state boundaries, appellation zones, or planted area. Section topics compare the regions discussed in the main text.Main text source / Topography:Natural Earth
02 / HISTORY
Historical and regional background
In Alto Adige, Italian and German place names coexist. The label terms Alto Adige and Südtirol reflect this regional culture. The relationship between small-plot farmers and cooperatives also provides clues to understanding winemaking in mountainous regions.
03 / GRAPES & APPELLATIONS
Main varieties and appellations
Principal varieties
- Lagrein
- Schiava
- Teroldego
- Pinot Bianco
Representative appellations and regional names
- Alto Adige / Südtirol DOC
- Trentino DOC
- Trento DOC
- Teroldego Rotaliano DOC
Representative items are listed. This is not a complete list of all grape varieties and appellations in the region. For detailed appellation types and current regulations, consult official sources.
04 / A CLOSER LOOK
Varieties and Appellation Comparison
In Alto Adige, indigenous varieties like Lagrein and Schiava stand out, while Teroldego in Trentino and the traditional method sparkling wines of Trento offer points of comparison. Within the name of a single province, there are various regional names, grape varieties, and appellations. Terlano’s whites are an example of a unique subregion and producer within this diversity.
Are Alto Adige and Südtirol different regions? What do these two names on a label mean?
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Sources and reference materials
These are the sources used for the regional explanation and the EU register of geographical indications. For detailed production requirements, refer to the official documents for each appellation in the register.
- Alto Adige Protection Consortium｜Regional Overview ↗
- European Commission | Official register of geographical indications ↗