Family-owned company
J. Hofstätter
J. Hofstätter is a family-owned winery based in Termeno/Tramin (Alto Adige) that, in addition to producing single-vineyard wines, also markets grappas linked to its vineyards (e.g. Barthenau).
- Termeno / Tramin · Alto Adige / Trentino-Alto Adige · Italy
- Since 1907
- 1 product
The story
Founded in the early 20th century by the Hofstätter family, the estate has grown as a historic family-run reality of Alto Adige. It is known for cultivating and vinifying vineyards on both sides of the Adige Valley and for the early adoption of the "Vigna" (single-vineyard) classification for its crus. The property has remained in family hands and today continues the production and sale of wines and local products.
Production philosophy
Valuing the territory and individual parcels: the estate emphasizes terroir expression through single-vineyard wines (Vigna) and careful selection of raw materials. The approach combines family tradition and enological innovation to tell the story of Alto Adige through its products.
Territory
Termeno/Tramin (BZ), Bassa Atesina, Alto Adige (Trentino-Alto Adige). The estate's vineyards extend across different slopes of the Adige valley and include notable sites such as Barthenau and Kolbenhof.
Production method
For spirits: distillation of pomace using a discontinuous/steam-current method. For wines: separate vinifications for individual parcels (Vigna) and targeted vineyard management according to altitude and soil.
Distillation
Discontinuous distillation (steam-current) - discontinuous pot still (traditional method suitable for the marketed grappa).
Characteristics
- Type
- Family-owned company
- City
- Termeno / Tramin
- Categories
- grappa
- single-varietal grappa
- wines
- single-vineyard wines (Vigna)
- producer of wines and spirits
- Pinot Nero
- Gewürztraminer
- Raw materials
- pomace (vinacce)
- Pinot Nero (for Barthenau)
- Gewürztraminer (for Kolbenhof)
- Representative products
- Grappa J.Hofstatter Barthenau 50cl
- Kolbenhof Grappa Gewürztraminer 50cl
What makes it distinctive
- Historic, family-run winery based in Termeno/Tramin (Alto Adige).
- Vigna practice: production of single-vineyard wines to highlight the terroir.
- Produces grappas linked to its own vineyards, including Barthenau (pomace/trester from Pinot Nero) and Kolbenhof (Gewürztraminer).
- Renowned for Pinot Nero and Gewürztraminer in the Alto Adige wine scene.