The winery
Cantina Valle Isarco (Eisacktaler Kellerei)
An Alto Adige wine cooperative specializing in the production of high-altitude white wines from Valle Isarco.
- Alto Adige (Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol) · Italia
- Since 1961
- 23 products
The story
The Isarco Valley has an ancient winemaking tradition. Cantina Valle Isarco was founded in 1961 by a group of local winegrowers. Over time its production facilities have been renewed and it expanded its public services with a modern wine shop. In 2021 the winery celebrated its 60th anniversary and refreshed its image and labels.
Production philosophy
Highlighting the distinctive qualities of the mountain terroir through collaboration among small winegrowers: the winery operates as a cooperative to preserve its connection with the local landscape and to focus on grape quality, with particular attention to the white varieties typical of the Isarco Valley.
Terroir and vineyards
The production area is the Valle Isarco, characterized by gravelly, well-ventilated terrain, relatively dry climates and pronounced diurnal temperature variations. The vineyards are planted on steep slopes and terraces at varying elevations and include cru such as the areas around the Monastero di Sabiona.
Awards and recognition
The winery and several labels from the premium lines have received national and international recognition: medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards, high scores from James Suckling and Falstaff, accolades from Bibenda and VITAE/AIS, and mentions in specialist guides and competitions.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Müller Thurgau
- Sylvaner
- Kerner
- Grüner Veltliner
- Pinot Grigio
- Riesling
- Gewürztraminer
- Pinot Bianco
- Chardonnay
- Sauvignon
- Schiava (Vernatsch)
- Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir)
- Lagrein
- Zweigelt
- Hectares
- 150.0
- Bottles per year
- 950000
What makes it distinctive
- Cooperative founded in 1961 by 24 winegrowers; has grown to over 130 members.
- Approximately 150 hectares of vineyards, spread across several municipalities in the Valle Isarco, predominantly cultivated at high altitude.
- Highly specialized in high-altitude white wines.
- Product lines that include premium selections, a wine shop, and guided tours.
