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Classics from the Vines: The Stars of Südtirols Süden

Südtirols Süden is home to two exceptional wines: the elegant Pinot Noir and the aromatic Sauvignon. While Pinot Noir reaches its full elegance in the high-altitude vineyards of Mazon, Glen, and Pinzon, earning its reputation as one of Italy’s finest red wines, Sauvignon displays its full range of flavors in the sunny slopes of Kurtatsch – from fresh citrus notes to ripe exotic tones.

These top-tier wines combine tradition, unique climatic conditions, and the passion of winemakers, embodying the essence of the wine culture in in the region.

Pinot Noir

The King of red wines

Pinot Noir, also known as Blauburgunder, is one of the world’s most refined grape varieties and holds a special place in South Tyrol’s winemaking tradition. The small, picturesque hamlets of Glen, Pinzon, and Mazon have long been celebrated as the "Pinot Noir Heaven." Here, ideal climatic conditions meet the passion and expertise of winemakers, resulting in exceptional wines year after year.

Areas of cultivation
In South Tyrol, 410 ha are under cultivation with Pinot Noir. This variety of grape flourishes especially in the vicinity of Neumarkt (Mazon), Salorno (Pochi) and Montan (Glen, Pinzon). It is grown in the Überetsch, the valley floor of Bolzano, the Etsch/Adige Valley, and the Vinschgau.

Preferred location
This variety thrives in medium-high elevations that are not too dry. Furthermore, it loves the warmth and Mediterranean climate, good aeration, and cool nights. The gravelly soil should be rich in clays and limestone.

Character
The Pinot Noir has a ruby to garnet red color and impressive length. Typical South Tyrolean Pinot Noirs display an intense fragrance of red and woodland berries, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, spices, and violets. Over time, they develop notes of licorice and autumnal forest earth.

Sauvignon

Seduction in White, filled with fruit

This ancient French grape variety found its way to South Tyrol in the late 19th century and has since become one of the region’s flagship white wines. Sauvignon Blanc captivates with its versatility and enjoys growing popularity among wine enthusiasts. Around the steep slopes of Kurtatsch/Cortaccia, this grape variety finds the perfect conditions to thrive. Here, the unique climate and exceptional soils create the ideal environment for producing wines of the highest quality.

Areas of cultivation
Sauvignon Blanc experienced a greate ascent over the past ten years, with the distribution climbing during that period from 160 hectares to the current state of 479 hectares. Today, the main focus of Sauvignon Blanc cultivation is found in Überetsch/Oltradige Valley, Terlan/Terlano, Kurtatsch/Cortaccia and Bolzano/Bozen.

Preferred location
Sauvignon vines prefer airy sites with limestone soils such as the steep slopes of Kurtatsch between 400 and 600 m a.s.

Character
The Sauvignon Blanc has a greenish yellow to straw yellow color. Typical South Tyrolean Sauvignon Blancs display an intense fragrance of passion fruit, gooseberries, elder blossoms, and black currants. Sauvignon Blanc wines are often supported by their acidity, which is why aromas of citrus are commonly to be recognized.