The winery
Niklaserhof (Weingut Niklas)
A family-run winery operated by the Sölva family, located in the hamlet of St. Nikolaus above Caldaro in South Tyrol. It produces the area’s typical white and red wines, with particular focus on local grape varieties such as Kerner, Schiava and Lagrein.
- Alto Adige (Trentino-Alto Adige) · Italia
- Since 1992
- 6 products
The story
The estate is run by the Sölva family and boasts multiple generations dedicated to viticulture. In its current form the winery was established by Josef Sölva; today management is handled by Dieter Sölva, with the new generation already active in production and sales. The estate sells directly at the winery and part of the production is exported.
Production philosophy
The approach is based on respect for the land and the care of individual vineyards: a balance between local tradition and technical innovation in the winery, prioritizing quality and the expression of each parcel's terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Situated above Lago di Caldaro at the foot of the Mendola group, the winery works vineyards scattered across the best exposures of the Caldaro/Kaltern area. The climate is characterized by a strong diurnal temperature range that enhances the expressiveness of the local varieties.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Bianco
- Sauvignon
- Kerner
- Schiava (Vernatsch)
- Lagrein
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Pinot Nero
- Hectares
- 7.0
- Bottles per year
- 50000
What makes it distinctive
- Family-run estate
- Location: St. Nikolaus, above Caldaro, Alto Adige
- Vineyards spread across several "Lagen" around Caldaro.
- Production focused on locally typical varieties as well as international varieties.
- Direct sales at the winery, tastings and visits available.
- Presence in international markets, with part of the production earmarked for export.
